Upland Walks

The Miners Way and Historical Trail

A long distance way-marked trail which traces the route taken by the Miners through the picturesque hills and valleys of counties Sligo, Leitrim and Roscommon.

 

Link: http://sligowalks.ie/walks/miners-way-and-historical-trail/

 

The Sligo Way

Way-marked long-distance walking route.

Link: http://sligowalks.ie/walks/the-sligo-way/

 

Knocknarea Queen Maeve Trail

All Weather Path, Boardwalk and Mountain Terrain leading to one of County Sligo’s most conspicuous landmarks.

Link: http://sligowalks.ie/walks/knocknarea-queen-maeve-trail/

 

Sruth in Aghaidh An Aird – The Devils Chimney

All weather track leading to Ireland’s tallest Waterfall.

Link: http://sligowalks.ie/walks/sruth-in-aghaidh-an-aird-the-devils-chimney/

 

Knocknarea

A moderate climb to the resting place of Queen Maeve of Connacht.

Link: http://sligowalks.ie/walks/knocknarea/

 

The Gleniff Horse Shoe – Benwisken Trail

A 10km loop along quiet roads with spectacular views.

Link: http://sligowalks.ie/walks/the-gleniff-horse-shoe-benwisken-trail/

 

Keshcorran

Hillside track leading to caves where Ice Age animal remains have been found.

Link: http://sligowalks.ie/walks/keshcorran/

 

Highwood Loop Walk

Part of the Miners Way and Historical Trail.

Link: http://sligowalks.ie/walks/highwood-loop-walk/

 

Carrowkeel

Hillside paths leading to passage tombs older than 'The Pyramids'.

Link: http://sligowalks.ie/walks/carrowkeel/

 

Glencar Lake and Waterfall

Three alternative routes from the car park. The Waterfall, The Lake Shore Road and the “Bog Road” providing access to a spectacular semi-wilderness area in the Dartry Mountains.

Link: http://sligowalks.ie/walks/glencar-lake-and-waterfall/

Exploring Sligo

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