Things to do in County Mayo, Western Ireland: The Best Hiking Trails

January 7, 2022 Weston Hennigan

Discover the best top things to do in County Mayo, Ireland including Erris Head Loop Walk, Ardnageeha loop, Lake Lannagh Hiking Trails, Ceathru Thaidhg, Clonbur/Cong Trail, Cross Beach Loop Walk, Old Head Beach, Portacloy Loop-Cliff Walk, Tir Saile, Clew Bay Archaeological Trail.
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1. Erris Head Loop Walk

Belmullet Ireland http://www.mayowalks.ie/WalkingTrails/LocalisedLoopWalks/ErrisHeadLoopWalk
Excellent
80%
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5.0 based on 126 reviews

Erris Head Loop Walk

Reviewed By Errisg

Easy 5k incline - world war 2 lookout post at the top with Eire carved out down below. Fabulous views.

2. Ardnageeha loop

Cong Ireland http://www.irishtrails.ie/Trail/Ard-na-Gaoithe---Ardnageeha-loop/223/
Excellent
75%
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Ardnageeha loop

3. Lake Lannagh Hiking Trails

Lake Lannagh, Castlebar Ireland
Excellent
78%
Good
23%
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5.0 based on 40 reviews

Lake Lannagh Hiking Trails

Reviewed By straea

My accommodations in Castlebar recommended this as an activity on a rare sunny autumn day. The views were stunning and the path well-maintained. I walked to the car park entrance (per their directions) and there were a couple of signs about the history of the area (back to prehistory) around that entrance. I never saw any of the markers or features the signs said to look out for, not even the crannog, but it was interesting to know some history before setting out. I ran into heaps of locals on my walk.

4. Ceathru Thaidhg

Belmullet Ireland
Excellent
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5.0 based on 17 reviews

Ceathru Thaidhg

Reviewed By sandrabZ4757NN - Blessington, Ireland

Walked all of the loops with friends visiting the area. Scenery along the cliffs is absolutely stunning. The Stags of Broadhaven and Erris Head (Again another loop walk destination) within sight and spectacular. Off the beaten track and undiscovered. Challenging enough hike for novices if doing full Benwee Loop. Proper walking boots and poles a must. The Loop towards Rinroe is easier for casual walkers but again I’d recommend proper footwear. This region doesn’t get enough recognition as a tourist destination. The town of Belmullet with all it’s amenities within a short drive and well worth as a stopover point for a few nights to explore the Mullet peninsula with it’s spectacular beaches Well worth going that little bit further West on the Wild Atlantic Way - it’s off the beaten track but you certainly won’t be disappointed.

5. Clonbur/Cong Trail

Cong Ireland http://www.coillteoutdoors.ie/index.php?id=173&rec_site=68&trail=239
Excellent
87%
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5.0 based on 31 reviews

Clonbur/Cong Trail

Reviewed By Mary737

Excellent trail from Cong Abbey to Clonbur. Route clearly signposted. Possible to take a detour to White Island which in total was about 15km from Cong to Clonbur and back. Great facility.

6. Cross Beach Loop Walk

Belmullet Ireland
Excellent
75%
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5.0 based on 24 reviews

Cross Beach Loop Walk

7. Old Head Beach

Louisburgh Ireland
Excellent
83%
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8%
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Old Head Beach

Reviewed By DecMayo

Crystal clear waters with beautiful Sandy Beach. Pier jumping at high tide is a must. There is ample car parking, beach & pier patrolled by lifeguards. Watersports available. Make sure you bring a picnic and mind the jellyfish ????. Louisburg is simply a class destination !!

8. Portacloy Loop-Cliff Walk

Portacloy Ireland
Excellent
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Portacloy Loop-Cliff Walk

9. Tir Saile

Ballina Ireland +353 96 70848
Excellent
57%
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Tir Saile

10. Clew Bay Archaeological Trail

Westport Ireland http://www.clewbaytrail.com
Excellent
63%
Good
30%
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4.5 based on 30 reviews

Clew Bay Archaeological Trail

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