Ballyorgan Loop
The Ballyorgan Loop has a variety of terrain and scenery, from shady riverside glades to hilltop panoramas, and some good points of interest along the way. It starts in the Village of Ballyorgan and follows the red arrows from the village, across the field where you will come to Kilflynn Church.
The walk then takes you back onto the road and to Ballydonohoe Bridge, where you join the bank of the Keale River, which you stay on until you reach Darragh Bridge. From here the loops overlap. You continue to follow the red arrow and this will bring you up Boreen Darragh which leads to the woodland track. Continue on towards CastleGale where you can enjoy the views before continuing on over the top and descending a short distance. Continue to follow the red arrows and cross some fields before joining the forest path, then continue on the ascent to the summit of Carrigeenamronely. You then descend the loop until you meet the forest road and turn left.
You leave the forest, turn left and continue on the road about 200m where the waymarkers will direct you right onto a farm and down the laneway to re-join the Keale river. At this point, you will turn left and continue on this path back to the starting point. This is the same path you walked on the outward leg.
Distance: 18km
Time: 4.5 - 5hrs
Total ascent: 300m
Route waymark colour: Red
Terrain: Riverbank, minor roads, forest tracks and uphill sections
Difficulty: Strenuous
These are physically demanding trails, which will typically have some sections with steep climbs for long periods and the going underfoot can be extremely rough including many obstacles. Suitable for users accustomed to walking on rough ground and with a high level of fitness. Specific outdoor walking footwear and clothing required.
Trail start point: Ballyorgan Village
Latitude and longitude: 52.315361, -8.469307
Trail format: Loop
Equipment Required: Walking Boots, Rain Gear, liquids and phone
Dogs: Allowed on a leash
Livestock: Caution Livestock on Route
Nearest town: Kilfinane 5km
Nearest services: Kilfinane 5km
Public transport available: Local link bus
Remeber 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 allowed.
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
- Ballyorgan Looped Walk, Ballyorgan, County Limerick, Ireland
- +353 (0)63 91300
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