Nephin Drive
Mayo, Ireland
Loop trail in Mayo, Ireland. Scenic drive.
- Distance
- 50.7 mi (81.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,369 ft (722 m)
- Est. Time
- 17 hr 30 min
- High point
- 682 ft (208 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Garden of Remembrance 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Visitor center: Westport Discover Ireland Centre 10.6 mi (17 km) from start
- Historic site: Seán Mac Giolla BrÃde 10.6 mi (17 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Wild Nephin Wilderness 26.9 mi (43.3 km) from start
- Shelter 41.6 mi (67 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Nephin Drive
How long is Nephin Drive?
Nephin Drive is 50.7 mi (81.6 km) long. Most people take about 17 hr 30 min. It climbs 2,369 ft (722 m) in total, up to a high point of 682 ft (208 m).
How hard is Nephin Drive?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Nephin Drive?
25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Nephin Drive?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Nephin Drive shaded?
Mostly exposed (20% under trees).
What can you do on Nephin Drive?
Best for Scenic drive.
Where can you eat near Nephin Drive?
McDonald's, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Aldi, 0.1 mi (0.1 km).
Is this a good week for Nephin Drive?
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 Nephin Drive
- lough Lannagh Trail Mayo · Easy · 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
- Lough Lannagh Loop Mayo · Easy · 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
- Raheens Wood Trail Mayo · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.2 km)
- Clydagh Bridge Forest Trail Mayo · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Riverside Walk Mayo · Easy · 2 mi (3.2 km)
- Clogher Bog Loop Mayo · Easy · 5.1 mi (8.3 km)
- Tóchar Phádraig Mayo · Expert · 20 mi (32.2 km)
- Great Western Greenway Mayo · Moderate · 17.1 mi (27.6 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap