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Dublin

View of Baily Lighthouse – Baily Lighthouse loop from Sutton

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Ireland
Leinster
Dublin

View of Baily Lighthouse – Baily Lighthouse loop from Sutton

Moderate

5.0

(3)

28

hikers

View of Baily Lighthouse – Baily Lighthouse loop from Sutton

04:38

16.6km

300m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 18, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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4.01 km

Red Rock

Viewpoint

2

4.23 km

Cliff Walk Along the Shell Wall

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

You'll find yourself walking along between the edge of the cliffs and a long wall

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3

5.02 km

Wormhole Beach

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This is a nice little spot, suitable for a contemplative break. You will hardly be able to bathe as for most of the year the water is absolutely freezing.

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4

5.49 km

The old sign, indicating the location where telegraph cables enter the sea to cross the Irish Sea over to the UK, is a fascinating historical relic that speaks to the …

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5

5.61 km

Seawater Pool at Vico Baths

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Seawater pool for saltwater dips

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6

5.92 km

Great walk on the top of the cliffs. There are a number of inofficial (and sometimes steep) pathes down to the water. The view of the lighthouse from here in the evening hours is just great.

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7

7.97 km

Steps to Howth Summit

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A couple of well prepared steps before moving on to flatter territory again - a bit more boring than the cliff path, but still some good views.

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8

8.07 km

View of Baily Lighthouse

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Gaze upon the mesmerizing view of the lighthouse ahead. 🏞️🕯️
As your eyes follow the coastline, you'll be drawn to the beacon that stands tall against the backdrop of the …

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9

8.34 km

Baily Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

A view point located on the summit of Howth. From here, Dublin, Dalkey, Bray and Graystones on a clear weather day. It is hidden behind the house at the car …

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16.6 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.05 km

4.23 km

3.25 km

894 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.67 km

4.64 km

2.90 km

1.73 km

1.03 km

553 m

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