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Mooghaun Ringfort – Mooghaun Forest and Hillfort loop from Dromoland Castle

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Mooghaun Ringfort – Mooghaun Forest and Hillfort loop from Dromoland Castle

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Mooghaun Ringfort – Mooghaun Forest and Hillfort loop from Dromoland Castle

01:16

4.73km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 14, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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136 m

Mooghaun Hill Fort and Tower House

Highlight • Historical Site

Mooghaun Hill Fort is believed to be the largest in Ireland. It dates back to c.950BC and a huge hoard of prehistoric gold was discovered around 1km to the north …

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2.23 km

Mooghaun Castle

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In the rolling hills where the green of Ireland shines in all its shades, there is a special gem hidden: Mooghaun Castle. On this hike you will not only enter …

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3.73 km

Mooghaun Hillfort Observation Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

The path that leads through the dense forest seems to lead not only through the greenery of today's Ireland, but also through time itself. The further you wander, the closer …

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4.35 km

The Mooghaun Forest containing the splendid Bronze Age Hillfort has plenty to offer. Several interlinked and looping trails surrounded by oak, elm and beech trees. Natures' backdrop on which you can explore.

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4.73 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.42 km

1.97 km

210 m

125 m

Surfaces

2.95 km

1.44 km

188 m

147 m

Elevation

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Monday 1 June

16°C

12°C

56 %

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Mooghaun Ringfort – Mooghaun Forest and Hillfort loop from Dromoland Castle

Mooghaun Hill Fort and Tower House

Mooghaun Castle

Mooghaun Ringfort

Mooghaun Hillfort Observation Tower

Mooghaun Forest and Hillfort

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