Glendalough Red Route
Wicklow, Ireland
Loop trail in Wicklow, Ireland. Hiking.
- Distance
- 6.3 mi (10.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,319 ft (402 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 40 min
- High point
- 1,952 ft (595 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint 0.6 mi (1 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Glendalough 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Upper Lake view 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Glendalough Red Route
How long is Glendalough Red Route?
Glendalough Red Route is 6.3 mi (10.2 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 40 min. It climbs 1,319 ft (402 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,952 ft (595 m).
How hard is Glendalough Red Route?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Glendalough Red Route?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Glendalough Red Route?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Glendalough Red Route shaded?
Partly shaded (34% under trees).
What can you do on Glendalough Red Route?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Glendalough Red Route?
Emily's ice cream, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat.
Is this a good week for Glendalough Red Route?
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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- Glendalough Green Route Wicklow Mountains National Park · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.5 km)
- Glendalough Grey Route Wicklow · Easy · 2.8 mi (4.6 km)
- Saint Kevin's Way Wicklow · Expert · 16.1 mi (25.8 km)
- Glendalough Blue Route Wicklow · Easy · 2.3 mi (3.7 km)
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap