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Lough Nafooey out and back
04:44
17.6km
210m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Last updated: September 22, 2026
Waypoints
A
Start point
1
738 m
View of Lough Nafooey
Highlight • Viewpoint
After climbing the hill from Lough Nafooey this is the view from behind. Lovely climb in gentle switchbacks, and shared with the grazing sheep.
Tip by
2
2.09 km
Lough Nafooey lakeside road
Highlight • Trail
This road skirts along the shore of Lough Nafooey giving incredible views across the water with Bencorragh in the background.
Tip by
3
12.0 km
Lough Nafooey Beach
Highlight • Beach
Lough Nafooey, is a glacial lake in County Galway, Ireland. There are a number of picturesque beaches around the lake which make for great swimming spots.
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B
17.6 km
End point
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
16.7 km
970 m
Surfaces
11.2 km
5.52 km
970 m
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