Description
The Lough Easkey Walk is one of the Ox Mountains’ most atmospheric routes, offering a peaceful blend of open moorland, quiet forestry, and sweeping lakeside views. Set deep in the uplands, Lough Easkey feels wonderfully remote — a place where the only sounds are wind, water, and birdsong.
The walk follows a lakeshore track that crosses an expanse of blanket bog designated as a Special Area of Conservation, home to rare mosses and important upland habitats.
As the loop continues, it rises above the lake to offer lovely elevated views before dipping into quiet forestry and returning to the shoreline. The mix of open moorland, peaceful water, and remote woodland makes this walk a refreshing and restorative experience.
Whether you’re exploring the Ox Mountains for the first time or seeking a quiet place to unwind, the Lough Easkey Loop delivers a memorable blend of scenery, wildlife, and solitude.
Distance: 6.1km
Ascent: 90m
Visitor facilities: car park, picnic area
The walk follows a lakeshore track that crosses an expanse of blanket bog designated as a Special Area of Conservation, home to rare mosses and important upland habitats.
As the loop continues, it rises above the lake to offer lovely elevated views before dipping into quiet forestry and returning to the shoreline. The mix of open moorland, peaceful water, and remote woodland makes this walk a refreshing and restorative experience.
Whether you’re exploring the Ox Mountains for the first time or seeking a quiet place to unwind, the Lough Easkey Loop delivers a memorable blend of scenery, wildlife, and solitude.
Distance: 6.1km
Ascent: 90m
Visitor facilities: car park, picnic area
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