Sherkin Island 5 Blue Trail

Sherkin Island 5 Blue Trail is a 2.3 km out and back walking trail graded Easy.

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Where
First junction above the pier on Sherkin Island, Baltimore on the mainland, Cork (Outdoors)Directions

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Family practicalities

No specific child age guidance is statedTime: 1-2 hoursOutdoors

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What to expect

Sherkin Island 5 Blue Trail is a 2.3 km out and back walking trail graded Easy. Allow 2 hours to complete it. This attractive walk follows the Red 5 Trail for the first half but then branches north by the finest sandy beaches with views of Cape Clear.

More information

Time to allow
1-2 hours
Listed by
Sport Ireland National Trails

Categories

  • Walking
  • Outdoor
  • Easy trail
  • Out and Back
  • Walking Trail
  • Dogs allowed

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