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View of Baily Lighthouse – Baily Lighthouse loop from Howth Castle

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View of Baily Lighthouse – Baily Lighthouse loop from Howth Castle

Moderate

4.8

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View of Baily Lighthouse – Baily Lighthouse loop from Howth Castle

02:51

10.9km

90m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 17, 2026

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2.14 km

Cliff Walk Along the Shell Wall

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You'll find yourself walking along between the edge of the cliffs and a long wall

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2.93 km

Wormhole Beach

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This is a nice little spot, suitable for a contemplative break. You will hardly be able to bathe as for most of the year the water is absolutely freezing.

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3.41 km

Telegraph Cable Landing Site, Drumleck Point

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The old sign, indicating the location where telegraph cables enter the sea to cross the Irish Sea over to the UK, is a fascinating historical relic that speaks to the …

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3.52 km

Seawater Pool at Vico Baths

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Seawater pool for saltwater dips

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4.89 km

View of Baily Lighthouse

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View of Baily Lighthouse, from the Northern side.

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5.14 km

Path to Baily Lighthouse

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From here you have one of the best views of the lighthouse (unless you scramble down to the beach).

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5.52 km

Baily Lighthouse

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The Baily Lighthouse, perched proudly atop the cliffs at the entrance of Howth Harbor, is a timeless beacon that has guided ships and sailors for generations. 🏰⚓

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5.95 km

Cliffside House on Howth Head

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10.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.88 km

2.16 km

820 m

Surfaces

5.03 km

3.70 km

2.05 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 18 May

17°C

10°C

83 %

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View of Baily Lighthouse – Baily Lighthouse loop from Howth Castle

Cliff Walk Along the Shell Wall

Wormhole Beach

Telegraph Cable Landing Site, Drumleck Point

Seawater Pool at Vico Baths

View of Baily Lighthouse

Path to Baily Lighthouse

Baily Lighthouse

Cliffside House on Howth Head

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