12 O'Clock Hills Looped Walks - Purple Route
Grade
Strenuous
Length
13 km
Time
3 hours
Format
Loop
Ascent
250 m
Dogs Allowed
Under effective control
Waymarking
Purple arrow on white background
Start Point
Belvoir trailhead car park
Finish Point
Belvoir trailhead car park
Nearest Town to Start
Kilkishen
Grid Ref.
R 515 700
Lat. and Long.
52.779973, -8.7186
This trail follows minor road, forest track, hard-cored pathway and boardwalk, with some muddy spots on forest sections, climbing steadily to the 12 O'Clock Hills peaks before continuing by Loughavarra Hill and along a section of Crag River, with its stone bridge and waterfalls after heavy rain, while also passing sites of historic and cultural interest, taking in very scenic countryside with impressive views from higher up.
Maps and other information
Trail Management
Call us on 087 969 1415
Facilities
Shops, pubs, car parking in Kilkishen
Car parking at trailhead
OSI Maps
Discovery Series Sheet 58
Public Transportation
None
Sean from Limerick
Hiked the purple trail very recently on a glorious July day. Would say it's the best clearly marked route I've encountered - of any county .. thoroughly enjoyed it. The information boards along the route adds to the enjoyment ..
Valerie from Tipperary
We hiked the Purple Route on the 12 O’Clock Hills recently. So well way marked, we thoroughly enjoyed this trail, and will return. Huge congratulations to the local community and everyone involved. 💯 credit due.. car parking etc was excellent.
Padraig O'Leary from Clare
Well managed and maintained. Great parking and cctv. Local volunteers tirelessly maintain and upgrade the trail. Woodland, bog and quiet road are experienced. Plenty of picnic tables and majestic views are on offer. Highly recommended
Colm from Limerick