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From Ballintubber runs the old pilgrim road to Croagh Patrick, some 22 miles away. The road is known as Tochar Phadraig, after Ireland's patron saint. However, Tochar Phadraig predates Christianity and was probably built around 350AD, as the main route from Cruachan (seat of the Kings of Connacht) to Cruachan Aigle, the pagan name for Croagh Patrick. Guided walks can be arranged from Ballintubber. The route passes through the scenic parishes of Aghagower and Killawalla, through unspoiled cou...

Croagh Patrick Walking Tours will bring you on guided tours around Westport, the rest of Mayo and Connemara. For your own comfort it is advisable to bring along waterproof hiking boots, a supply of food, rucksacks and thermos and suiable rainwear....

Clare Island, off the cost at the mouth of Clew Bay also has some excellent walks, both for those who like gentle strolling and for the more experienced climber. Knockaveen Hill, near the harbour is a pleasant walk, giving good views of the island and nearby mainland. Croaghmore is for the more adventurous, but the views and the wildlife make it more worthwhile. There are several developed forest/woodland trails which include car parks and picnic sites. Moore Hall, 11 km north of Ballinrob...

Croagh Patrick is located about 8km from Westport on the Louisburgh Road. Croagh Patrick is a sacred and beautiful hill. From most points of view, it rises from the sea on the southern shore of Clew Bay as a perfect cone to the height of 764 metres (2,510 feet). There are larger and loftier masses of mountain in Ireland, but none so striking from its isolation....

This is a majestic mountain that can be seen for miles around. tThe climb will take 4 hours as it reaches a height  of 2654 feet. The entrance up to the mountains is at Purglish forest and you can park your car here. The mountain may be difficult for some climbers as most of the summit is made up of scree and rocky bolders.

As you climb the mountain you will come across many cairns (acient burial tombs). As you get to the top, the climb becomes much easie...

A unique trail of fifteen site specific sculptures. Encompassing miles of rugged coastline....

Castlebar's premier walking festival attracts walkers from all over the world. The festival takes place during the first week in July.
It was first established in 1967 and has grown ever since.
There are 10km,20km and 40km walks and rambles to be enjoyed. The festival is open to all ages form the age of 11 and all the ways upwards! The walks takes to places all around Castlebar and beyond.

Each night in during the festival there are music, dancing and...

The Foxford Way is a long distance way-marked trail covering a distance of 86 kilometres. Linked to the Western Way, this glorious walking trail stretches through the majestic Ox Mountains and on to beautiful Loughs Conn and Cullen , taking in boglands, meadows and rivers en route. In addition to having a wealth of flora and fauna, the Foxford Way is also rich in archaeological and historical sites. Throughout the summer there will be regular guided walks along various sections of the way....

The ruin of Moore Hall, the Georgian home of a famous Mayo family, is situated on a promontory overlooking Lough Carra. The best-known members of the family are John (1763-99), who was appointed president of the 'Provisional Republic of Connacht' during the French invasion in 1798; George Henry (1811-70), MP for Mayo and one of the leaders of the Tenant-Right Movement, and George (1852-1933), one of the great novelists in English literature, who is lsowly gaining the international critical accla...

A unique trail of fifteen size specific sculptures. Encompassing miles of rugged coastline....