The Great Western Greenway
Mayo, Ireland
Point-to-point trail in Mayo, Ireland. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 29.3 mi (47.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 840 ft (256 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 55 min
- High point
- 240 ft (73 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Shelter 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from start
- Shelter 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from start
- Bike repair station 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint 7.7 mi (12.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from start
- Picnic area 11.5 mi (18.6 km) from start
- Picnic area 11.5 mi (18.6 km) from start
- Shelter 11.5 mi (18.6 km) from start
- Visitor center: Mulranny Tourist Office 11.8 mi (19 km) from start
- Viewpoint 11.8 mi (19 km) from start
- Historic site: Lodge 28.8 mi (46.3 km) from start
- Shelter 29.3 mi (47.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about The Great Western Greenway
How long is The Great Western Greenway?
The Great Western Greenway is 29.3 mi (47.2 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 55 min. It climbs 840 ft (256 m) in total, up to a high point of 240 ft (73 m).
How hard is The Great Western Greenway?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for The Great Western Greenway?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on The Great Western Greenway?
Drinking water on the way at 11.5 mi (18.6 km), 29.3 mi (47.1 km). Toilets: 7.1 mi (11.4 km), 11.5 mi (18.6 km).
Is The Great Western Greenway shaded?
Mostly exposed (15% under trees).
What can you do on The Great Western Greenway?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near The Great Western Greenway?
Na Blasta, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Circle K, 0.1 mi (0.1 km). 2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for The Great Western Greenway?
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 The Great Western Greenway
- The Saula Loop Mayo · Moderate · 5.2 mi (8.4 km)
- Valley Loop Walk Mayo · Easy · 6.5 mi (10.5 km)
- Achill Cycle Hub - Loop 2 Mayo · Moderate · 15.9 mi (25.5 km)
- Pollagh Trail Mayo · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
- Deserted Village Trail Mayo · Moderate · 5.7 mi (9.2 km)
- Dooagh Trail Mayo · Easy · 2.6 mi (4.2 km)
- Claggan Mountain Coastal Trail Wild Nephin National Park · Easy · 1.2 mi (2 km)
- Causeway Loop Walk Mayo · Easy · 2.9 mi (4.6 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap