North West Trail
Monaghan, Ireland
Point-to-point trail in Monaghan, Ireland. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 75.2 mi (121 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,438 ft (1,048 m)
- Est. Time
- 8 hr
- High point
- 640 ft (195 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Attraction: Gray Printer 1 mi (1.6 km) from start
- Historic site: 1916 Easter Rising Memorial Stone 1 mi (1.7 km) from start
- Historic site: Hunger Strike Memorial 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from start
- Toilets: Public Toilets 34 mi (54.7 km) from start
- Historic site: War Memorial 55.1 mi (88.7 km) from start
- Attraction: 'cellini' G8 Fake Cafe 55.1 mi (88.7 km) from start
- Visitor center: Tourist information 55.5 mi (89.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Boer War Memorial 56 mi (90.1 km) from start
- Historic site: Enniskillen Castle 56 mi (90.2 km) from start
- Shelter 66.4 mi (106.8 km) from start
- Visitor center 71.1 mi (114.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Marlbank Viewpoint 73.1 mi (117.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about North West Trail
How long is North West Trail?
North West Trail is 75.2 mi (121 km) long. Most people take about 8 hr. It climbs 3,438 ft (1,048 m) in total, up to a high point of 640 ft (195 m).
How hard is North West Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for North West Trail?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on North West Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 1 mi (1.6 km), 21.3 mi (34.3 km), 34 mi (54.7 km).
Is North West Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (31% under trees).
What can you do on North West Trail?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near North West Trail?
McCauley's Restaurant, 0 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Gallagher's, 0.1 mi (0.2 km).
Is this a good week for North West Trail?
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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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap