Sheep's Head - Mealagh Woods Loop
Grade
Easy
Length
2.9 km
Time
1 hour 15 minutes
Format
Loop
Ascent
60 m
Dogs Allowed
Under effective control
Waymarking
Orange arrows
Start Point
Car Park at Barnagowlanes
Finish Point
Car Park at Barnagowlanes
Nearest Town to Start
Bantry
Grid Ref.
W 099 532
Lat. and Long.
51.724592, -9.303776
The Mealagh Woods Loop is a pleasant woodland walk which follows the bank of the Mealagh River and woodland paths, taking in an ancient wedge tomb.
Maps and other information
GPX File
Facilities
Car parking, shops, public houses, accommodation, cafes/restaurants, etc. in Bantry
OSI Maps
Discovery Series Sheet 85
Well behaved dogs are welcome, but please keep them on a lead near the river so as not to disturb otters. If they soil the path, please kick their droppings to one side.