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Strickeen Walk
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Walking
STRICKEEN WALK
This route will bring you up Strickeen, a smaller peak that overlooks a mountain pass carved by glaciers. Even as you’re just starting to walk uphill, you will already be presented with a vantage of the Gap of Dunloe with its little road winding around lakes through a corridor in the mountains.
Further up, Lough Leane will come into view and then Killorglin with the Slieve Mish Mountains and the sweep of the harbour between them.
Finally, you will find yourself looking right into the Hag’s Glen which is enclosed by MacGillycuddy’s Reeks, including Carrauntoohil.
THE WALK
- Duration: 3 hours
- Length: 7.5km
- Route Type: Hike
- Family-friendly: Yes
- Category: Mountain
Day 1 Training
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Day 2 Rafting Whitewater
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Day 3 Rafting The Chilko
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Rock climbing
The Gap of Dunloe is known for geometric slabs of rock that formed during the Ice Age and it’s a popular spot for rock climbing.
Like views
Strickeen will afford you a view of the Lough Leane, which means "lake of learning." The name comes from the monastery built on one of the lake's islands in the Middle Ages.
Gateway Reek
Strickeen is the smallest Reek and also the most accessible, with parking and facilities nearby.
Sheep
The sheep grazing here are a breed called Scottish Blackface and their wool is used to make everything from rugs to tweed.
Strickeen Walk
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FAQ
How do I get there?
From Killorglin, follow the Annadale Road for 14 km before turning right when you reach the Dunloe Ogham Stones, following the signs for Gap of Dunloe. Once you reach the gap, park near the coffee shop at the entrance. Walk up the gap road to the trail start, which will be on your right and marked with an information sign. Remember to close the gate after you at the start of the hike.
What should I bring on the trip?
Proper hiking boots, water and a snack.
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