Ballyvaughan - Wood Loop

Walking
County Clare
3.7/5
11 reviews
Grade Moderate
Length 8.8 km
Time 2 hours
Format Loop
Ascent 15 m
Dogs Allowed No
Waymarking Purple arrow
Start Point
Ballyvaughan Town
Finish Point
Ballyvaughan Town
Nearest Town to Start Ballyvaughan
Grid Ref. M 229 079
Lat. and Long. 53.11682, -9.15159
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This loop on minor roadways, green lanes, woodland and cross country, explores the valley behind the seaside village of Ballyvaughan with splendid views of the surrounding Burren's folded limestone layers. It passes close by Ailwee Cave.

Maps and other information

Wood Loop Map

External Links

Facilities

Car park

Trekking shoes, raingear and fluids are recommended

OSI Maps

OSI Maps

Discovery Series Sheet 51
11 trail reviews
3.7/5
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3/5
07/27/2014

Alan from Dublin

I walked this trail in July 2014. Although it is not as spectacular as some of the other waymarked trails in the area, it is a pleasant walk through quiet countryside, ideal for a couple of spare hours on a summer evening.

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