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Sli Grainne Uaile Loop Hill Walk - Achill Island
01:59
6.67km
210m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Last updated: August 12, 2024
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15 m
Slí Gráinne Mhaol Loop Trailhead
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436 m
Verlassene Siedlung
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3.91 km
Picnic Table With View of Clare Island
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5.66 km
View across the bay
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6.67 km
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6.42 km
216 m
< 100 m
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6.42 km
216 m
< 100 m
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Wednesday 6 May
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Trail Reviews
A relatively easy circular walk with a view of Achill Sound and the Atlantic. Twice we saw newly born lambs😍 that were still wobbly on their feet and the afterbirth was hanging out of the mother's back. One photo shows megalithic stone graves. Sun, storm and rain, but the sun prevailed.
The Slí Grainne Uaile Loop Trail on Achill Island is a scenic 6.6 km hike starting and ending at Johnny Patten’s pub in Derreens. Taking about 2 to 2.5 hours to complete, the trail offers panoramic views of Achill Sound, Clew Bay, and Clare Island. Along the route, hikers can see historical landmarks like the ruins of Grace O’Malley’s castle in Kildownet and remnants of 19th-century deserted villages. The path is well-marked with green arrows featuring the Granuaile castle logo, but due to wet conditions in certain areas, sturdy waterproof footwear is recommended. This trail combines natural beauty with rich history, making it a rewarding experience for visitors to Achill Island.
Due to the weather it was only a small lap today. The round with the car along the coastal road above the turbulent sea was bigger.