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Treanmanagh
* Freedom to discover
Walking
TREANMANAGH
This loop walk takes you from the hills of Glencar down through a leafy bohereen and along the sparsely-populated western shore of Caragh Lake.
You’ll be walking along a quiet country road with views of the lake and the summits of MacGillycuddy’s Reeks rising behind the hills on the far side.
The route continues down to the road that runs along the lakeshore before bringing you back to the start.
THE WALK
- Duration: 2 hours
- Length: 7.5km
- Route Type: Loop
- Pet friendly: No
- Category: Valley, lakeshore
Day 1 Training
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Day 2 Rafting Whitewater
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Day 3 Rafting The Chilko
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More walks
If you enjoy this walk, there are even more walks nearby in Lickeen Forest, including three loop walks.
Lake activities
If you're looking for more activities in the area, Caragh Lake is a popular place for swimming, kayaking and SUPing.
Wildlife
The Kerry slug, a rare species of mollusc, was first discovered in Caragh Lake. The Caragh catchment area is now a protected habitat in an effort to conserve the slug population.
Lake views
Caragh Lake was already a tourist destination in the 1800s for people who wanted to escape industrialised cities and spend time in nature.
Treanmanagh
Reeks District
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FAQ
How do I get there and back?
From Killorglin, take the Ring of Kerry Road (N70) toward Glenbeigh.
When you reach The Red Fox Inn, take a left onto Quaybaun then turn right to stay on Quaybaun. After 1.4 km, take a sharp right at the Yield sign onto a smaller road that goes up a hill.
When you come to the crossroads where the Kerry Way sign is, park off the side of the road where you won’t obstruct traffic or block any gates.
What should I bring on the trip?
Good walking shoes, water and a snack.
Are private pickups available?
Is there a place to park?
Yes, you can park here.
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