Glanageenty Loop

Annual Closure Notice:
Some of the property traversed by the Glanageenty Loops is private property. Access is available by kind permission of all the landowners/holders on the route. It is understood that persons entering do so by permission with the consent of the landowner and no matter how often they enter, or in what numbers, they do not do so as of right. As further evidence of the permissive nature of the access, the route will be closed for one day on the 30th November each year in agreement with the landowners. Nothing in this notice shall impact or address any pre-existing public rights of way.

Walking
County Kerry
4.5/5
13 reviews
Grade Moderate
Length 3.7 km
Am 1 hour 20 minutes
Format Loop
Ascent 170 m
Dogs Allowed Yes
Waymarking Green arrow on white background
Start Point
Bernard Collins Memorial Car Park at Glanageenty Wood
Finish Point
Bernard Collins Memorial Car Park at Glanageenty Wood
Nearest Town to Start Castleisland
Grid Ref. Q 945 143
Lat. and Long. 52.26914, -9.544
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This loop has a peaceful and tranquil setting where birdlife abounds. It follows forest tracks, riverbank and open country along the Glanageenty River and through woodlands, passing the site of a Desmond Castle. There are glorious vistas of Carrauntoohil, the Gap of Dunloe and Mount Brandon.

Maps and other information

Glanageenty Loop Map

External Links

Trail Management

johntlenihan@gmail.com

Facilities

Castleisland - car parking, shops, cafes, restaurants, pubs, accommodation
At trailhead - car parking

OSI Maps

OSI Maps

Discovery Series Sheet 71
Public Transportation

Public Transportation

None

13 trail reviews
4.5/5
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4/5
10/30/2021

Michael from Kerry

Beautiful walk through natural forest and hill. Did the green loop. It's very well signposted. Didn't see any mention of a Desmond castle, maybe it's on the blue loop? The historical references & info boards are very good. Would definitely recommend proper trekking boots. Poured rain on our walk and thus very muddy. The website description tells you the ascent is 170m but it neglects to mention that you'll do all of it in a very condensed, steep rise. Could be hard going if you're not so fit. Overall very enjoyable and certainly worth doing if you're within the vicinity.
4/5
08/30/2017

Fergus from Kerry

Excellently laid out trail. A lot of "ups and downs" which can be challenging for novices. Could definitely do with more signposting on the routes
07/25/2017

Mary from Kerry

Lovely trail but signs are not great. More detailed signs showing how far along the route you are would be beneficial. Some parts had no sign and wasn't certain of much direction to go.
5/5
08/11/2015

Dave from Kerry

Just completed Lenihan Loop for the first time. Blown away by this place on my doorstep. Just embarrassed this is my first time!!
4/5
03/24/2014

Vendi from Czech Republic

I did this walk a few months back and the signs are very bad. The trail is well marked at the start but going further into the forest there are no signs for certain loops or at least they were not there a few months back. Otherwise very nice walk.
03/11/2014

Helen from Kerry

Very nice walk. A lot of trees knocked after storm. Should have sign in place to warn people some of the trail is not currently accessible.
4/5
02/02/2014

Wolfgang from Kerry

A very nice trail. Did it February 2nd. A great trail for photographs as well. Easy enough, but you do want to wear proper boots.
5/5
07/30/2013

Siobhan from Kerry

This is a great walk, particularly if you get a sunny day as the views to distant mountain ranges are excellent. It passes through very diverse landscape with interesting nuggets of historical information highlighted along the way. (Some steep ascents involved.) Really enjoyable!
06/22/2013

Noreen from Kerry

Was a great walk. Weather was very wet. Well signposted. Did the longest route.
5/5
04/07/2013

Kevin from Limerick

Excellent walk and very interesting signs and information on local history along the way. Other trails should take note, this is how its done! Brilliant day out.

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