Wild Irish Walks was set up to provide information and advice for people who are interested in getting out into the beautiful countryside that we are lucky to have in Ireland.
What I want to create is a resource to allow people to get out into the open air in the most enjoyable way possible.
Too often, there is a perception is some sort of endurance activity. While physical fitness is required, it’s possible to to get out walking no matter what level of activity you are used to.
It’s ok to have a company transfer your bags on a through-hike, it’s ok to want to go for a nice dinner after a hard day’s walking and it’s definitely ok to enjoy a nice pint of Guinness as a reward for completing a long trek. It’s about experiencing nature and enjoying yourself along the way.
What I want to create is a resource to allow people to get out into the open air in the most enjoyable way possible.
Too often, there is a perception is some sort of endurance activity. While physical fitness is required, it’s possible to to get out walking no matter what level of activity you are used to.
It’s ok to have a company transfer your bags on a through-hike, it’s ok to want to go for a nice dinner after a hard day’s walking and it’s definitely ok to enjoy a nice pint of Guinness as a reward for completing a long trek. It’s about experiencing nature and enjoying yourself along the way.
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- WILDIRISHWALKS.IEKnockanaffrin Mountain WalkKnockanaffrin Mountain ranks as the 33rd highest mountain in Ireland. At 755m, it is also the third highest peak in County Waterford, behind Knockmealdown and Fauscoum. The hike itself is relatively straightforward, with excellent views of the surrounding rolling countryside, neighbouring mountains, and occasional glimpses of shimmering mountain lakes. There are a few options for []The post Knockanaffrin Mountain Walk appeared first on Wild Irish Walks.0 Comments 0 Shares 55 ViewsPlease log in to like, share and comment!
- WILDIRISHWALKS.IEMeindl Peru Hiking Boots Tried and Tested in IrelandIve previously written a guide to buying hiking boots, focusing on what to look out for when choosing a new pair. However, for the first time in over a decade, I recently found myself in the market for boots again. This article looks specifically at the option I chose the Meindl Peru hiking boots. []The post Meindl Peru Hiking Boots Tried and Tested in Ireland appeared first on Wild Irish Walks.0 Comments 0 Shares 348 Views
- WILDIRISHWALKS.IESlieve Donard and Slieve Commedagh from NewcastleI love the Mournes. This mountain range in the north-east of Ireland is within a couple of hours drive from Dublin, which makes it ideal for long day hikes without needing an overnight stay. Ive written before about Slieve Gullion, the highest point in neighbouring County Armagh. This article focuses on the two highest mountains []The post Slieve Donard and Slieve Commedagh from Newcastle appeared first on Wild Irish Walks.0 Comments 0 Shares 1098 Views
- WILDIRISHWALKS.IESlieve Donard and Slieve Comedagh from NewcastleI love the Mournes. This mountain range in the north-east of Ireland is within a couple of hours drive from Dublin, which makes it ideal for long day hikes without needing an overnight stay. Ive written before about Slieve Gullion, the highest point in neighbouring County Armagh. This article focuses on the two highest mountains []The post Slieve Donard and Slieve Comedagh from Newcastle appeared first on Wild Irish Walks.0 Comments 0 Shares 637 Views
- WILDIRISHWALKS.IEBest Walks in Killarney (and the Surrounding Area)I was chatting to a former colleague on Instagram recently about the best walks in Killarney (you can find me on Instagram here). Jan was heading to Killarney for a week with his family. Flights, car and hotel were all booked the easy part done. Jan is a fairly no-nonsense guy, usually the one []The post Best Walks in Killarney (and the Surrounding Area) appeared first on Wild Irish Walks.0 Comments 0 Shares 708 Views
- WILDIRISHWALKS.IEA Week in Elviria with a 3 Year OldA week in Elviria with a 3-year-old is just perfect. We spent a full week there last September and had one of our most relaxing family holidays to date. Elviria is laid-back, child-friendly, and ideal for parents who want sunshine without stress. We alternated between beach days and pool days and took one easy day []The post A Week in Elviria with a 3 Year Old appeared first on Wild Irish Walks.0 Comments 0 Shares 1007 Views
- WILDIRISHWALKS.IEDublin Hiking Holiday a City Base with Accessible TrailsWhy a Dublin Hiking Holiday makes perfect sense for those looking to experience Ireland and how to plan it. Over the summer I got an email from Tom, an Irish-American living in California, who was planning a hiking trip to Ireland with his family. Tom had a clear idea of what he was looking []The post Dublin Hiking Holiday a City Base with Accessible Trails appeared first on Wild Irish Walks.0 Comments 0 Shares 1219 Views
- WILDIRISHWALKS.IEGaltymore Loop HikeIve seen the Galtymore Loop hike described online as character building. I definitely would agree with this assessment. Especially if like me, the rain blows sideways at you as you cross the valley between Cush and Galtybeg. Despite this, I really enjoyed the 13km looped walk in the Galty Mountains. Galtymore Loop Hike Details Map []The post Galtymore Loop Hike appeared first on Wild Irish Walks.0 Comments 0 Shares 1545 Views
- WILDIRISHWALKS.IEEasiest Option for Climbing Tonelagee and Seeing Lough OulerIve had a few experiences of feeling like I havent got the most out of a hike after completing it. That feeling that I need to come back and try it again and complete unfinished business. My experience climbing Tonelagee to see the beautiful Lough Ouler walk definitely falls into this category. What was especially []The post Easiest Option for Climbing Tonelagee and Seeing Lough Ouler appeared first on Wild Irish Walks.0 Comments 0 Shares 1311 Views
- WILDIRISHWALKS.IEThe Mweelrea LoopYou will find a couple of different variations of the Mweelrea Loop. The Wild Irish Walks version outlined here starts off at the Delphi Resort and takes in 2 of Irelands highest mountains Ben Lugmore and Mweelrea. Then circles back to Delphi via stunning views of Killary Harbour. The below guide details the full []The post The Mweelrea Loop appeared first on Wild Irish Walks.0 Comments 0 Shares 1666 Views
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