Forests
Glencam area
Part of Duhallow way
Living with Corona means to find ways to make life as comfortable and safe as possible. We all had so much discomfort in the last 18 months. Let's give our body and soul a bit a freedom and a rest before an unstable time in form of the winter approaches. Keep in mind: The safest way is being outdoors.
First of all I want to mention the following important advises for this walk:
– Only a part is suitable for walking with kids and this is only on a back and forth walk
For the other part the following applies:
– Good walking shoes are essential for this walk. Be sure your shoes are water resistent. This area is a turfy area.
– In this area you may not have a phone connection.
– Don’t go this way on your own, but at least with a companion.
Let’s start here:
52°2′38″ N 8°53′30″ W
The main trail is suitable for all ages.
A comfortable walk…
Have a look out for small streams, usual and unusual plants
When you follow the main trail you will come to an open area where you can see an untouched nature
There are 2 bridges, a bigger one on your way, inviting to take a break, and a smaller one around the corner (Please note: This one is part of a tiny road, but there might pass every now and then a car with a good speed. Be careful, when you’re in this specific area with kids)
This section is very good signposted. Unfortunately it doesn’t point out the difficult terrain.
To give you an impression of the more difficult part, I’d rather let pictures speak. Be prepared that sometimes you will have to feel the way rather than see it:
Directions
The shortest route from Cork is to take the R579 to the Nad-Area:
52°2′38″ N 8°53′30″ W
Unfortunately there’s no direct public transport
Fiddane Woodloop
Don’t ask me, why I post this walk now and not earlier. It is one of my favourite trails. Not too short and not too long. Quite easy to walk.
Suitable for everyone and every season, because you have two options to park and you can skip the hill, if necessary. Like with every walk good shoes are always recommended.
When you start here:
GPS: 52°6′27″ N 8°35′20″ W
A small parking area is provided in front of the barrier and then you can walk smoothly up the hill. It’s not very steep and leads through the grassland.
On your way up and depending on the weather you will have a spectacular view over the surrounding area. Such views might give you a feeling of limitless freedom.
Once up the hill, it doesn’t matter which direction you take as it is a circular walk. What ever suits best in that moment, do it.
The total lengths starting from here is approximately 7,5 km.
When you start here:
GPS: 52°7′2″ N 8°34′16″ W
You can park your car next to the gate and simply continue along the trail. This is almost flat without any significant gradient.
The total lengths starting from here is approximately 4,5 km
You will pass by a farm and the gate might be closed, however, there’s a stair provided.
Directions
From Cork City Center take the N20 towards Mallow. Best way is to use Apple or Google maps.
If you want to join me for a walk or hike, please click here for guided walks in Co. Cork
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However, you should be fit, because the trail is a bit demanding. It’s not suitable for buggies. Dog owners could struggle at the stiles here and there, depending on how good your dog deals with such difficulties. We managed every of these stiles, but it sometimes was a bit tricky.
Hiking shoes are definitely recommended. With good shoes the hiking experience will be a good one.
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- A shorter loop and a longer loop, which includes a part of the Blackwater Way
- With or without a bit a gradient
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