Easy
3.7
(3)
21
hikers
Toe head loop walk
01:42
6.08km
120m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Last updated: November 19, 2025
Waypoints
A
Start point
1
2.23 km
Toe Head
Highlight • Viewpoint
The dramatic stone ruin visible on the headland of Toehead is the Signal Tower, a defensible observation post built around 1805 as part of a chain of coastal defenses against …
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2
2.74 km
Sea Arch at Mizen Head
Highlight • Natural Monument
The sea arch at Mizen Head is a striking natural formation carved by the relentless force of the Atlantic. Framed by dramatic cliffs and rugged rock layers, it offers a powerful glimpse into the coastal geology of Ireland’s southwest.
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3
2.97 km
Toe Head Cliffs
Highlight • Natural Monument
The cliffs at Toe Head rise steeply from the Atlantic, offering sweeping views over the ocean and the jagged coastline below. The landscape here is raw and exposed, with windswept grass and sheer drops adding to the drama.
Tip by
4
3.10 km
EIRE 28 WWII Coastal Marker
Highlight • Historical Site
An old landmark for the planes in WW2.
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B
6.08 km
End point
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
4.18 km
1.30 km
490 m
Surfaces
3.88 km
1.60 km
298 m
197 m
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