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  • Cork, Ireland

    Looking for the best hiking in Cork? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Cork. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

    Top Hiking Spots in and near Cork

    • Waterford, Ireland

      Sugarloaf Hill

      5.0
      1.41 mi / 1060 ft gain
      Though only 0.75 mi (1.2 km) to the summit, this hike gains over 1100 feet (340m) on the ascent to the top of Sugarloaf Hill of the Knockmealdown Mountains. Park at the Bay Lough parking area on R668 near the "Vee". Cross the road and ascend the hill by staying on the apparent path to the right ...
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    • Kerry, Ireland

      Hike the Torc Waterfall Loop

      5.0
      1.5 mi / 350 ft gain
      Starting at the Torc Waterfall parking lot off of the N71 road, follow the trail to the waterfall, which is only about a 4-5 minute walk from the road. This 70+ waterfall is surrounded by lush green vegetation as it tumbles over a few cascades. Continuing up the stairs to the side of the waterfal...
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    • Kerry, Ireland

      Hike the Muckross Lake Loop Walk

      11.8 mi / 1900 ft gain
      Ireland's Killarney National Park provides world-class views and adventures. Immediately upon entering the park, you will find yourself in a green forest with lots of options for exploration. There are designated hiking trails that lead you deep into the forest, where you might stumble upon elk, ...
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    • Kerry, Ireland

      Walk to The Meeting of the Waters and Old Weir Bridge in Killarney National Park

      5.0
      2.5 mi
      From the Dinis car park just off N-71, follow the flat Muckross Lake Loop trail towards Dinis Cottage. The path skirts around Muckross Lake until you arrive at Dinis Cottage, which is a tea room open during the summer season that has hundreds of rhododendron of different colors blooming in early ...
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    • Beaufort, Ireland

      Hike the Gap of Dunloe

      5.0
      7.15 mi / 1142 ft gain
      Hiking this renowned trail can be done in several ways, extending this journey into an out-and-back route or shortening it to only a portion of the trail. The route I can suggest begins at Lord Brandon's Tea Room on the shores of the Upper Lake, and ends at Kate Kearney's Cottage just over 7 mile...
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