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Kilbrannish Forest

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Carlow

Kilbrannish Forest

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4.6

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Kilbrannish Forest

01:31

5.21km

140m

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: June 7, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.23 km

Views over Mount Leinster

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Gorgeous views toward Mount Leinster and the surrounding lowlands as you navigate the forest roads.

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3.74 km

Kilbrannish Forest nestles beneath the slopes of Mount Leinster, the highest point in Na Staighrí Dubha (the Blackstairs Mountains) at 2,605 feet (794 metres). It's home to waymarked woodland walks and boasts superb views across the lowlands.

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5.21 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.05 km

154 m

Surfaces

3.69 km

1.51 km

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 14 May

12°C

3°C

24 %

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Trail Reviews

Going.Pottie

December 28, 2022, Gravel tracks with views over Mt Lenister

A fab walk, I did with my mum and the dogs. Its relatively flat and the surface is pretty even, so great for a chilled walk. Would also be worth taking the gravel bike around here for an explore.

Kilbrannish Forest

Views over Mount Leinster