Shannon Banks Nature Trail
Roscommon, Ireland
Out-and-back trail in Roscommon, Ireland. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 5.6 mi (9.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 49 ft (15 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 50 min
- High point
- 138 ft (42 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Visitor center: Athlone Castle 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Athlone Castle 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Number 1 Gun Battery 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Shannon Banks Nature Trail
How long is Shannon Banks Nature Trail?
Shannon Banks Nature Trail is 5.6 mi (9.1 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 50 min. It climbs 49 ft (15 m) in total, up to a high point of 138 ft (42 m).
How hard is Shannon Banks Nature Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Shannon Banks Nature Trail?
Parking at the start, Fee. 15 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Shannon Banks Nature Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 0.1 mi (0.2 km), 0.1 mi (0.2 km).
Is Shannon Banks Nature Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (24% under trees).
What can you do on Shannon Banks Nature Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking.
Where can you eat near Shannon Banks Nature Trail?
Maisie’s, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Day-Today, 0.2 mi (0.3 km).
Is this a good week for Shannon Banks Nature 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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- Old Rail Trail Westmeath · Moderate · 27 mi (43.4 km)
- Lunchtime Walk Westmeath · Easy · 3 mi (4.8 km)
- Athlone Sli na Slainte Westmeath · Easy · 5.6 mi (9 km)
- Baylin Bog Trail Westmeath · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.3 km)
- Doon Woods Trail Offaly · Easy · 3.1 mi (5 km)
- Carn Bog Path Westmeath · Easy · 2.2 mi (3.6 km)
- St John's Wood Nature Trail Roscommon · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Grand Canal Greenway Offaly · Easy · 3.2 mi (5.1 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap