Trail · County Dublin
Howth - Bog of Frogs Loop
12.1 km3 hrChallengingLoop240 m climb
Starting at the DART (train) station in Howth village and following purple arrows this walk takes the path all along the cliffs to beyond Red Rock, passing the Baily Lighthouse, and then climbing to circle the Ben of Howth to return along the old tramline. The views of Lambay Island and Ireland's Eye as well as Dublin Bay are spectacular. The cliffs are great for birds and grey seals may also be seen.
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Outdoors in County Dublin this week
Best day outdoors: Sun, 11 Oct — dry by day, light winds, up to 13°C
- Fri, 9 Oct14° / 8°Drizzle
- Sat, 10 Oct12° / 7°Scattered clouds
- Sun, 11 Oct13° / 13°Scattered clouds
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Nature spot · 500 m awayIreland's Eye FerryIslandDublinIreland's Eye Ferry in Howth, County Dublin provides the only ferry service that lands directly on Ireland's Eye. Escape to this beautiful island and explore its natural beauty. The ferry crossing time is approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
Nature spot · 2.0 km awayInis Mac NeasáinIreland's EyeIslandIreland's EyeIreland's Eye, a small rocky island north of Howth Harbour, is home to the remains of an early Christian monastic settlement.