Lough Derg Way
Tipperary, Ireland
Point-to-point trail in Tipperary, Ireland. Hiking.
- Distance
- 25.9 mi (41.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,454 ft (748 m)
- Est. Time
- 9 hr 35 min
- High point
- 1,480 ft (451 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Garrykennedy Castle 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from start
- Picnic area 16 mi (25.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 17.1 mi (27.5 km) from start
- Attraction: Millenium Cross 18.6 mi (29.9 km) from start
- Peak: Laghtea Hill 18.6 mi (30 km) from start
- Historic site: Graves of the Leinstermen 19.9 mi (32.1 km) from start
- Peak: Tountinna 20.8 mi (33.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Washerwoman Bridge 25.1 mi (40.4 km) from start
- Visitor center: Killaloe Tourist Office 25.2 mi (40.6 km) from start
- Visitor center: Brian Boru Heritage Centre 25.2 mi (40.6 km) from start
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Questions about Lough Derg Way
How long is Lough Derg Way?
Lough Derg Way is 25.9 mi (41.7 km) long. Most people take about 9 hr 35 min. It climbs 2,454 ft (748 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,480 ft (451 m).
How hard is Lough Derg Way?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Lough Derg Way?
Parking at the start, Free. 15 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Lough Derg Way?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 25.2 mi (40.6 km).
Is Lough Derg Way shaded?
Partly shaded (32% under trees).
What can you do on Lough Derg Way?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Lough Derg Way?
The Lake Café, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Lough Derg Way?
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 Lough Derg Way
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- Nenagh Cycle Hub - Loop 1B Tipperary · Moderate · 15.2 mi (24.4 km)
- Nenagh Cycle Hub - Loop 3A Tipperary · Moderate · 23.1 mi (37.2 km)
- Nenagh Cycle Hub - Loop 3 Tipperary · Hard · 36.3 mi (58.4 km)
- Nenagh Cycle Hub - Loop 1 Tipperary · Hard · 38.9 mi (62.6 km)
- Nenagh River Walk Tipperary · Easy · 2.1 mi (3.4 km)
- Nenagh Cycle Hub - Loop 1A Tipperary · Easy · 11.8 mi (19 km)
- Rinmaher trail Galway · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap