Moderate
4.8
(29)
110
hikers
Lough Hyne loop & Mount Knockomagh
02:26
8.04km
260m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: June 7, 2024
Waypoints
A
Start point
Parking
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1
7 m
Lough Hyne
Highlight • Lake
Probably the best open-water swimming location in Ireland. Due to the very sheltered nature of this salt water lough it’s possible to swim here when sea conditions at local beaches are too rough. Popular with swimmers year round.
Tip by
2
1.51 km
View of Lough Hyne from Knockomagh Hill
Highlight • Viewpoint
Cool down with a saltwater swim after your hike. Knockomagh overlooks Lough Hyne, arguably the best open water swimming spot in Ireland.
There are normally loads of swimmers in the Lough and many swim there every day of the year.
There are normally loads of swimmers in the Lough and many swim there every day of the year.
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B
8.04 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
5.34 km
2.66 km
< 100 m
Surfaces
3.90 km
2.66 km
1.43 km
< 100 m
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