- Grade: A
- Length: Multiple Options
- Duration: 8 hours
Start Point: Dún Chaoin Pier @ O.S. Map
Duration: Multiple options – Full walk to Ceann Dubh at the end of the island- allow 4 hours round trip
Distance: again multiple options
We take the ferry from Dún Chaoin for the 20 minute crossing to the island. Fare to be advised nearer the time.
There are numerous options for walks on the island and some people just like to wander around the old village, beach etc.
Starting from the village the main group will head along the southern part of the island and follow a narrow sheep track up to the tower (231m). There is also the option to stay on the lower track and meet at the “traffic Lights” where another track leads SW along the spine of the island. A short climb leads to Slievedonagh (281m) passing the old fort ruins on the way before another short climb brings us to the highest point: An Cró (292m) This suffices for a large part of the group who return leisurely to the village for a cupán tae in the café, a stroll on the beach or just to take in the views. The remainder leave the backpacks here and head down to the islands extremety: An Ceann Dubh. This part is easy but the return can be a little bit demanding, being a 200m re ascent.
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