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Glenveagh Castle via the Bridle Path & Derryveagh Mountains — Glenveagh National Park/Páirc Naisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha

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Glenveagh Castle via the Bridle Path & Derryveagh Mountains — Glenveagh National Park/Páirc Naisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha

Moderate

4.9

(15)

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Glenveagh Castle via the Bridle Path & Derryveagh Mountains — Glenveagh National Park/Páirc Naisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha

04:32

16.4km

280m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

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Páirc Naisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha / Glenveagh National Park

Waypoints

Billy's Pit Car Park

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There is a free car park here for a few cars.

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1.34 km

Bridle Path to Lough Veagh, Glenveagh National Park

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The bridle path takes you down a wonderful valley towards Lough Veagh. The views are incredibly scenic and the trail is usually pretty quiet so plenty of time for peace and solitude.

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4.71 km

Astellen Waterfall

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The Astellen Waterfall is a lofty 215m high and is particularly impressive after periods of heavy rain. It's a true hidden gem of Ireland.

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8.21 km

Glenveagh Castle

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Here you can walk, fish, admire Glenveagh Castle and the beautiful gardens.
Then sit comfortably in the café and round off the tour with tea and cake.

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16.4 km

Billy's Pit Car Park

Highlight • Parking

There is a free car park here for a few cars.

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.0 km

1.26 km

170 m

Surfaces

15.1 km

1.26 km

Elevation

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

Weather

Saturday 18 July

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Comments

July 8, 2025,Irland - Glenveagh National Park

Glenveagh National Park (100 km²) consists of a valley and a large lake, with a beautiful, romantic castle and magnificent flower gardens.
The granite castle – Glenveagh Castle – is very well preserved and offers regular guided tours.
This tour leads from the hiking car park on the R254 through the Gleanveagh Valley, meaning "Valley of Life," to Lough Beagh. …

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Glenveagh Castle via the Bridle Path & Derryveagh Mountains — Glenveagh National Park/Páirc Naisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha

Billy's Pit Car Park

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Astellen Waterfall

Glenveagh Castle

Billy's Pit Car Park

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