Ben Bulben Walk
Sligo, Ireland
Loop trail in Sligo, Ireland. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 3.4 mi (5.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 236 ft (72 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 15 min
- High point
- 591 ft (180 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1.2 mi (2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Cashelbawn 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Ben Bulben Walk
How long is Ben Bulben Walk?
Ben Bulben Walk is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 15 min. It climbs 236 ft (72 m) in total, up to a high point of 591 ft (180 m).
How hard is Ben Bulben Walk?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Ben Bulben Walk?
Parking at the start, Free, 100 spaces. 3 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Ben Bulben Walk?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Ben Bulben Walk shaded?
Partly shaded (65% under trees).
What can you do on Ben Bulben Walk?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking.
Where can you eat near Ben Bulben Walk?
Henry's Bar & Restaurant, 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from the start.
Is this a good week for Ben Bulben Walk?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Lough Gill Cycle Loop Leitrim · Moderate · 23.2 mi (37.4 km)
- EuroVelo 1 Sligo · Moderate · 16.8 mi (27.1 km)
- Queen Maeve Trail Sligo · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
- Queen Meave Trail Sligo · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.5 km)
- Lady Ann's Trail Sligo · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.2 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap