Trail · County Cork
Fastnet Trails - Ilen River Walk
7.2 km2 hrEasyLoop35 m climbDogs on a lead
This walk follows a quiet coast road carrying minimum traffic with wading birds such as Curlew and Little Egret visible on the mud flats and excellent views of the tidal Ilen River in its many phases as well as sea and islands.
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Outdoors in County Cork this week
Best day outdoors: Sat, 10 Oct — dry by day, breezy, up to 13°C
- Fri, 9 Oct14° / 8°Sun with light cloud
- Sat, 10 Oct13° / 7°Sun with light cloud
- Sun, 11 Oct15° / 14°Light rain
Make a day of it
The nearest trails, beaches, woods and heritage within 25 km.
Trails & walks
Beaches & bathing waters
Forests & woodlands
Parks, gardens & islands
Nature spot · 2.5 km awayInish Beg IslandIslandBaltimoreInish Beg is a beautiful West Cork island, just a few kilometres from the thriving market town of Skibbereen and the idyllic little port of Baltimore with its sailing, fishing and diving centres.
Nature spot · 3.0 km awayInish Beg GardensGardenBaltimoreInish Beg Gardens are located on the stunning Inish Beg Estate in West County Cork. The 40 hectare estate comprises woodlands, green fields, self-catering accommodation and lovely gardens, which can be visited on a guided walk.