Trail · County Limerick
Darby's Bed Loop
4.8 km2 hr 30 minModerateLoop190 m climbNo dogs
Notice: PLEASE NOTE: This trail has now reopended as of 13th April 2026.
This loop follows forestry roads and tracks and green paths as it takes you to the pinnacle of Deerpark Hill where there is a megalithic passage grave known locally as 'Darby's Bed'. Circling around Deerpark Hill there are fine views of the Ballyhoura and Galtree Mountains from the ruins of a cairn.
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Outdoors in County Limerick this week
Best day outdoors: Sat, 10 Oct — dry by day, breezy, up to 12°C
- Fri, 9 Oct13° / 9°Medium rain showers
- Sat, 10 Oct12° / 7°Sun with grey cloud
- Sun, 11 Oct14° / 14°Drizzle
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The nearest trails, beaches, woods and heritage within 25 km.
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Parks, gardens & islands
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