Buncrana Shore Path Coastal Walk
Donegal, Ireland
Out-and-back trail in Donegal, Ireland. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 3.9 mi (6.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 128 ft (39 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 20 min
- High point
- 69 ft (21 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: O'Doherty's Keep 0.6 mi (1 km) from start
- Historic site: Buncrana Castle 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Neds Point Fort 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from start
- Beach: Porthaw Beach 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Buncrana Shore Path Coastal Walk
How long is Buncrana Shore Path Coastal Walk?
Buncrana Shore Path Coastal Walk is 3.9 mi (6.3 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 20 min. It climbs 128 ft (39 m) in total, up to a high point of 69 ft (21 m).
How hard is Buncrana Shore Path Coastal Walk?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Buncrana Shore Path Coastal Walk?
Parking at the start. 4 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Buncrana Shore Path Coastal Walk?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Buncrana Shore Path Coastal Walk shaded?
Mostly exposed (17% under trees).
What can you do on Buncrana Shore Path Coastal Walk?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking.
Where can you eat near Buncrana Shore Path Coastal Walk?
The Coffee Cup, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: SuperValu, 0.1 mi (0.2 km).
Is this a good week for Buncrana Shore Path Coastal 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.
Trails near Buncrana Shore Path Coastal Walk
- Buncrana Heritage Trail Donegal · Easy · 3.7 mi (5.9 km)
- Swans Park Path Swan Park · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.5 km)
- Bullaba (Bulba) Way Donegal · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Urris Hills Trail Donegal · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
- Sliabh Sneacht Pilgrim Path Donegal · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.5 km)
- Urris Lakes Loop Donegal · Easy · 1.6 mi (2.5 km)
- Urris Lakes Path Donegal · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.7 km)
- Dunree Leenan Coastal Path Donegal · Easy · 2.3 mi (3.8 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap