Sherkin Island Horseshoe Loop
Grade
Easy
Length
2 km
Am
60 mins
Format
Loop
Ascent
40 m
Dogs Allowed
Yes
Waymarking
Purple arrow on white background
Start Point
First junction above the pier on Sherkin Island
Finish Point
First junction above the pier on Sherkin Island
Nearest Town to Start
Baltimore (on mainland)
Grid Ref.
W 026 256
Lat. and Long.
51.476095, -9.401821
This is an attractive and enjoyable walking trail which is made up of minor roadways and green tracks and takes in the eastern end of Sherkin Island in the area between Horseshoe and Kinish Harbours with views across Horseshoe Harbour and the Island.
Maps and other information
External Links
Trail Management
email: aisling.sids@gmail.com
Facilities
Toilets, ferry, shop, restaurant and pub all within 500m of trailhead
OSI Maps
Discovery Series Sheet 88
Public Transportation
Ferry