Having parked safely at Killeenleigh, walk in a northerly direction over Killeenleigh bridge and take the first left turning marked with the red arrow. On reaching the T junction at the end of this road turn left, crossing over the Inny once more at Foildrenagh before you turn right onto the main road. Continue on ahead, past the old Mastergeehy national school on your right hand side. This local landmark, built in the nineteenth century, has been unused since the amalgamation of the 5 national schools in the parish in 1973.
Continue along this route for about 0.5 km and turn left, taking the inclining road past the old church. From the elevated vantage points along this route, one has majestic views of the whole countryside, stretching for many kilometres featuring the river and mountains inland. At the end of this uphill stretch, you will turn left and immediately you take a left again at the Grotto at Cois Cumerach. Continue along this road to return to your starting point at Killeenleigh.
Information
- Start/Finish Location
Killeenleigh Cross (loop walk) - Suitable for
Semi-experienced Walkers - Nearest Village
Killeenleigh, Waterville - Footwear
Walking Boots - Distance
12.1km
Facts
- Flat Distance
12,161.17.17m - Minimum Height
21m - Maximum Height
136m - Total Height Ascended
243m - Total Height Descended
244m - Height Difference
-1m



