Trail · County Carlow
Kilbrannish Loop
5.1 km1 hr 40 minChallengingLoop150 m climbDogs on a lead
This loop follows forestry road as it ascends to the top of Kilbrannish Hill and on to Croaghan with its standing stone. The route offers wonderful views of the surrounding countryside, with particularly fine views from the summit of Croaghaun over the plains of Carlow with Myshall and Tullow spread out below.
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Outdoors in County Carlow this week
Best day outdoors: Sun, 11 Oct — dry by day, breezy, up to 13°C
- Fri, 9 Oct13° / 8°Light rain
- Sat, 10 Oct12° / 5°Sun with light cloud
- Sun, 11 Oct13° / 13°Sun with light cloud
Make a day of it
The nearest trails, beaches, woods and heritage within 25 km.
Trails & walks
Forests & woodlands
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.