Árainn Mhór Trail- Slí Árainn Mhór
Slí Árainn Mhór trail begins and ends at the old pier at Leadhb Gharbh. The views in all directions along the walk are stunning and the western half of the route is particularly remote.
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Grade Moderate
Terrain: Quiet roads, rough track.
Length 14 km
Time 5 hours
Format Loop
Ascent 400 m
Start Point: Old Pier at Leabgarrow on Árainn Mhór
Finish Point: Old Pier at Leabgarrow on Árainn Mhór
Nearest Town to Start: Burtonport
Grid Ref. B 682 158
Lat. and Long. 54.98865, -8.49683
Please note: Although the route is graded only moderate, it can be isolated in places, appropriate clothing and footwear should be worn, and consideration given to weather conditions likely to be encountered.
Further information: Comharchumann Árainn Mhór 074 9520533/9520995
A few facts about Oileán Árainn Mhór…
Length: 5.5 miles
Width: 3 miles
Coastline: 17 miles
Population: 469, rising to over 1000 in summer.