Glounreagh Loop

Glounreagh Loop
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*UPDATE 03/09/2024 - GLENROUGH LOOP IS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE!

This trail begins at the small farm known as King’s Yard. Here, you can park your car right at the start of the trails and grab some snacks in the small shop on site. This lovely little base also offers teas and coffees for weary walkers on their return, and there are even bathrooms complete with showers on site.

Follow the red arrow markers for the Glounreagh Loop, which starts at King’s Yard trailhead and heads up into the Galtees. Once the initial 160m climb from the farmyard is completed, the walk levels out. As you stroll out onto the open hillside, the Glounreagh river will be on your left at the bottom of the valley. From the bridge, the path skirts the other side of the valley, where you’ll find yourself a lot closer to the river. From here, continue following the black markers along the forest tracks back to the trailhead.

Distance: 6.5km

Total ascent: 128m

Time: 2 - 2.5 hrs

Trailhead: King's Yard

Trail format: Loop

Waymarking: Red arrows on yellow background

Dogs Allowed: No

Nearest Town: Kilbeheny

Grid reference of start point: R 875 200

OSI Discovery Series map sheet number: Sheet No 74

Trail Type: Farm track on open hillside and forest road

Difficulty: Moderate

These trails may have some climbs and may have an uneven surface where the going is rough underfoot with some obstacles such as protruding roots, rocks etc. The routes are appropriate for people with a moderate level of fitness and some walking experience. Specific outdoor walking footwear and clothing are recommended.

Facilities:

In Kilbehenny: Parking, toilets (at community centre) and small shop
At trailhead: Small shop, toilets/shower, parking and camping

Remember Leave No Trace, plan ahead and prepare. Be considerate of others. Respect Farm Animals and Wildlife. Travel and Camp on Durable Ground. Leave what you Find. Dispose of waste properly. Fires not permitted.

Emergency contact Numbers 999 or 112

This loop has been developed with the kind assistance of the local Landowners and Coillte. It is understood that if persons enter private land they do so by permission and with the consent of the landowners and no matter how often they enter, or in what numbers, they do not do so with any rights

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  • Contact: Ballyhoura Heritage & Environment CLG, Main Street, Kilfinane, Co Limerick
  • Kings Yard, Knocknagalty, Kilbehenny, County Limerick, Ireland
  • +353 63 91300
  • [email protected]

*UPDATE 03/09/2024 - GLENROUGH LOOP IS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE!

This trail begins at the small farm known as King’s Yard. Here, you can park your car right at the start of the trails and grab some snacks in the small shop on site. This lovely little base also offers teas and coffees for weary walkers on their return, and there are even bathrooms complete with showers on site.

Follow the red arrow markers for the Glounreagh Loop, which starts at King’s Yard trailhead and heads up into the Galtees. Once the initial 160m climb from the farmyard is completed, the walk levels out. As you stroll out onto the open hillside, the Glounreagh river will be on your left at the bottom of the valley. From the bridge, the path skirts the other side of the valley, where you’ll find yourself a lot closer to the river. From here, continue following the black markers along the forest tracks back to the trailhead.

Distance: 6.5km

Total ascent: 128m

Time: 2 - 2.5 hrs

Trailhead: King's Yard

Trail format: Loop

Waymarking: Red arrows on yellow background

Dogs Allowed: No

Nearest Town: Kilbeheny

Grid reference of start point: R 875 200

OSI Discovery Series map sheet number: Sheet No 74

Trail Type: Farm track on open hillside and forest road

Difficulty: Moderate

These trails may have some climbs and may have an uneven surface where the going is rough underfoot with some obstacles such as protruding roots, rocks etc. The routes are appropriate for people with a moderate level of fitness and some walking experience. Specific outdoor walking footwear and clothing are recommended.

Facilities:

In Kilbehenny: Parking, toilets (at community centre) and small shop
At trailhead: Small shop, toilets/shower, parking and camping

Remember Leave No Trace, plan ahead and prepare. Be considerate of others. Respect Farm Animals and Wildlife. Travel and Camp on Durable Ground. Leave what you Find. Dispose of waste properly. Fires not permitted.

Emergency contact Numbers 999 or 112

This loop has been developed with the kind assistance of the local Landowners and Coillte. It is understood that if persons enter private land they do so by permission and with the consent of the landowners and no matter how often they enter, or in what numbers, they do not do so with any rights

Download Ballyhoura Trails Guide App - your personal guide to the loop walks of Ballyhoura Country!

DOWNLOAD GLOUNREAGH LOOP MAP
  • Contact: Ballyhoura Heritage & Environment CLG, Main Street, Kilfinane, Co Limerick
  • Kings Yard, Knocknagalty, Kilbehenny, County Limerick, Ireland
  • +353 63 91300
  • [email protected]