Celebrate the Gaelic holiday of Samhain by partaking in traditions with ancient roots. Samhain is nearly here, so start celebrating now to make the most of this Gaelic tradition. In the Reeks District, there are many ways to get out … Read More
Outdoor Activities
5 Reasons Waterways Can Help You Achieve a State of Autumn Bliss in the Reeks District
The end of summer doesn’t have to mean the end of your enjoyment of the water. It’s Autumn in the Reeks District. Our thoughts turn naturally to walks under autumn foliage, hot drinks, warm jumpers, fresh berries and apples. While … Read More
Mountain Adventure : Gerald McEnery Shares 3 Secrets to Making the Most of your time in MacGillycuddy’s Reeks
Gerald is the Development Officer for the MacGillycuddy Reeks Mountain Access Forum. His role is to implement the many of the objectives contained in the MacGillycuddy Reeks Strategic Plan 2019-2023 including building awareness of the integral value of the Reeks … Read More
The 5 Best Ways to Discover Walking Routes in the Reeks District
So you’ve decided to get out walking in the Reeks District. Good choice. But now that you have to plan all of these outdoor activities, what’s the best way to find your way around? We have you covered with a … Read More
Meet Your Puck Fair Queen: 6th Class Girl Shares Unforgettable Puck Fair Moments
Ireland’s oldest fair is a family tradition for Alesha, who will serve as this year’s Queen of Puck Fair. Every year on the 10th, 11th and 12th of August, people from the Reeks District and beyond gather in Killorglin to … Read More
Hike Better: 5 Easy Ways to Improve Your Sustainability Game while Hiking in the Reeks District
Being a better hiker is not about increasing the difficulty of your hikes or training until you can sprint up Everest. It’s about hiking in a way that protects our natural heritage for future generations. In the Reeks District, you … Read More
The 5 Best Ways to See Art in the Reeks District
5 creative ways to experience art – from ancient to modern – in the Reeks District. Get out and about while you enjoy art by attending an arts festival, viewing an exhibition, going on a street art stroll, taking on … Read More
Beach Nature Walk: Jasmine McCarthy Explores the Fascinating Plant Life of Rossbeigh Strand
Jasmine McCarthy, a scientist living in the Caragh Lake area of the Reeks District, tells us about some of the nature that can be found in the dunes of Rossbeigh strand. Having done a degree in plant science, she loves … Read More
On Drung, you can enjoy 10 awe-inspiring views and some history as well
Are you looking for a hike near Glenbeigh in Kerry? Hiking up Drung is a cultural experience. This route has views of Castlemaine Harbour, the Dingle Peninsula, the Blasket Islands, the Slieve Mish mountains and MacGillycuddy’s Reeks, but there is … Read More
Big Five Challenge – Lockdown Edition
Win a post-lockdown trip for two to take on the Reeks District Big Five Challenge Take on all of the Big Five including: hike to the summit of Carrauntoohil with Kerry Climbing night-SUP on Lough Cloon with Wild SUP Tours … Read More