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Errigal loop via the North Ridge

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Errigal loop via the North Ridge

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Errigal loop via the North Ridge

04:19

9.19km

670m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 13, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 4.22 km for 2.24 km

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

1

3.58 km

Mackoght (Wee Errigal)

Highlight • Summit

One of the Seven Sisters, Mackoght is also sometimes known as LIttle Errigal or Wee Errigal. At 1,821 feet (555 m), it makes for a nice extension of a hike …

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6.36 km

Errigal North Ridge

Highlight • Trail

Errigal's North Ridge is a quieter and more dramatic way up to the summit than the standard route from east, which is often cited as the 'Tourist Route'. The North …

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6.42 km

Errigal

Highlight • Summit

The way from the parking lot on the R251 to the Errigal is very boggy. Steep ascent over gravel. However, the effort is rewarded with a magnificent view!

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7.17 km

View of Lough Altan

Highlight • Viewpoint

Past the Mackoght you can see Lough Altan. You will see it until the summit of Mount Errigal. The lake from Mackoght can be seen even better.

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9.19 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.30 km

2.24 km

1.36 km

1.28 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.54 km

2.24 km

1.83 km

1.30 km

1.23 km

< 100 m

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