South Leinster Way
Kilkenny, Ireland
Point-to-point trail in Kilkenny, Ireland. Hiking.
- Distance
- 64.2 mi (103.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 6,178 ft (1,883 m)
- Est. Time
- 23 hr 50 min
- High point
- 1,421 ft (433 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Tibberaghny Castle 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Tobernabrone Ringfort 9.3 mi (14.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Crowbally Castle 17 mi (27.4 km) from start
- Peak: Mount Alto 27.3 mi (43.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint 31.3 mi (50.4 km) from start
- Spring: Sally Well 31.7 mi (51 km) from start
- Historic site: Hundred Court 31.8 mi (51.2 km) from start
- Spring: Holy Cross Well 33 mi (53 km) from start
- Peak: Monasilloge 37.6 mi (60.6 km) from start
- Spring: Freney's Well 40 mi (64.4 km) from start
- Campsite: Brandon Hill Camping 41.7 mi (67.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Monastic Mills 42.3 mi (68.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Knight of Duiske 42.4 mi (68.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Peg Washington's Lane 42.5 mi (68.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Market House 42.5 mi (68.4 km) from start
- Historic site: Eddie Power 42.6 mi (68.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint 44.9 mi (72.3 km) from start
- Picnic area: Kilbrannish Forest Picnic Site 59.7 mi (96.1 km) from start
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Questions about South Leinster Way
How long is South Leinster Way?
South Leinster Way is 64.2 mi (103.3 km) long. Most people take about 23 hr 50 min. It climbs 6,178 ft (1,883 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,421 ft (433 m).
How hard is South Leinster Way?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for South Leinster Way?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on South Leinster Way?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead, 4.7 mi (7.5 km), 31.8 mi (51.1 km), 31.8 mi (51.1 km). 3 springs (treat before drinking).
Is South Leinster Way shaded?
Partly shaded (44% under trees).
What can you do on South Leinster Way?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near South Leinster Way?
The Junction, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: O.K Cycles, 0.1 mi (0.1 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for South Leinster 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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