Slieve Bloom Way
Offaly, Ireland
Loop trail in Offaly, Ireland. Hiking.
- Distance
- 40.5 mi (65.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,751 ft (1,448 m)
- Est. Time
- 15 hr 30 min
- High point
- 1,493 ft (455 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Loop
Along the way
- Peak: Barradoos Mountain 13 mi (20.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Giant's Wedge 13.5 mi (21.7 km) from start
- Picnic area 31.2 mi (50.3 km) from start
- Peak: Clarnahinch Mountain 36.6 mi (59 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Slieve Bloom Way
How long is Slieve Bloom Way?
Slieve Bloom Way is 40.5 mi (65.3 km) long. Most people take about 15 hr 30 min. It climbs 4,751 ft (1,448 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,493 ft (455 m).
How hard is Slieve Bloom Way?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Slieve Bloom Way?
10 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Slieve Bloom Way?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Slieve Bloom Way shaded?
Partly shaded (48% under trees).
What can you do on Slieve Bloom Way?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Slieve Bloom Way?
1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Slieve Bloom 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.
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- Grand Canal Greenway Offaly · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.4 km)
- Giant's Grave Loop Laois · Moderate · 6.8 mi (11 km)
- Grand Canal Greenway Offaly · Easy · 3 mi (4.8 km)
- Kilmurry Bog Walk Nature Trail Offaly · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.2 km)
- Mass Path Laois · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap