Trail · County Carlow
John's Hill Loop
11 km3 hrChallengingLoop400 m climbDogs on a lead
The John's Hill Loop takes you to John's Hill and a loop around it before heading back the way you came, well worth the effort for the spectacular views.
Outdoors in County Carlow this week
Best day outdoors: Sat, 31 Oct — dry by day, light winds, up to 13°C
- Thu, 29 Oct13° / 10°Grey cloud
- Fri, 30 Oct14° / 7°Scattered clouds
- Sat, 31 Oct13° / 7°Sun with light cloud
- Sun, 1 Nov11° / 4°Sun with light cloud
Forecast: Met Éireann · outdoor rating by Winsome Planet
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The nearest trails, beaches, woods and heritage within 25 km.
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Parks, gardens & islands
Nature spot · 9.1 km awayAltamont GardensGardenTullowThe Altamont Gardens, regarded as the jewel in Ireland’s gardening crown, lie in County Carlow. The romantic 16-hectare estate, not far from Tullow, features a mix of native and exotic plants and makes a great destination for a family outing.
Nature spot · 14 km awayHerb Garden at Kilgraney HouseGardenKilgraney House located near Bagenalstown, County Carlow. The property is also home to spectacular flora, including herbal gardens, a kitchen garden, tea walk, medicinal herbal courtyard and much more.