Howth Black Linn Loop
Fingal, Ireland
Loop trail in Fingal, Ireland. Hiking.
- Distance
- 5.1 mi (8.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 650 ft (198 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 55 min
- High point
- 505 ft (154 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Attraction: The Old Courthouse 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Fisher's Cross 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Bike repair station 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from start
- Attraction: Ye Olde Hurdy-Gurdy (Museum of Vintage Radio) 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from start
- Attraction: Howth Martello Tower 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from start
- Beach: Balscadden Beach 0.6 mi (1 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Cliffs of Howth 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Dolphins 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from start
- Peak: Ben of Howth 3.7 mi (6 km) from start
- Viewpoint 3.7 mi (6 km) from start
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Questions about Howth Black Linn Loop
How long is Howth Black Linn Loop?
Howth Black Linn Loop is 5.1 mi (8.1 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 55 min. It climbs 650 ft (198 m) in total, up to a high point of 505 ft (154 m).
How hard is Howth Black Linn Loop?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Howth Black Linn Loop?
Parking at the start, 10 spaces. 23 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Howth Black Linn Loop?
Drinking water on the way at 0.5 mi (0.7 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 0.5 mi (0.8 km), 1.2 mi (1.9 km), 2.7 mi (4.4 km).
Is Howth Black Linn Loop shaded?
Mostly exposed (27% under trees).
What can you do on Howth Black Linn Loop?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Howth Black Linn Loop?
The Bloody Stream, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Daybreak, 0 mi (0 km).
Is this a good week for Howth Black Linn Loop?
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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- East Coast Trail Fingal · Easy · 2 mi (3.2 km)
- East Coast Trail Fingal · Easy · 2.5 mi (4 km)
- Temple Path St Anne's Park · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Santry River Greenway St Anne's Park · Easy · 2 mi (3.3 km)
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap