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Knockalough - Red Hugh Loop/Lúibe Aodh Ruadh

Knockalough - Red Hugh Loop/Lúibe Aodh Ruadh is a 4 km loop walking trail graded Moderate.

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Where
Knockalough forestry entrance, Curraghduff, Upperchurch, Tipperary (Outdoors)Directions
Cost
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Ages
No specific child age guidance is stated
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What to expect

Knockalough - Red Hugh Loop/Lúibe Aodh Ruadh is a 4 km loop walking trail graded Moderate. Allow 1 hour 30 minutes to complete it. This walk on forestry roads, farm land and minor roadways crosses Knockmehill, with a short stretch along by the Owenbeg River before it climbs and loops around the lower slopes of Knockalough. The route explores an area linked with Red Hugh O'Donnell, last Chieftain of Tir Conaill. Dogs are not allowed on this trail.

More information

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

Categories

  • Walking
  • Outdoor
  • Moderate trail
  • Loop
  • Walking Trail

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Location

Knockalough forestry entrance, Curraghduff, Upperchurch, Tipperary

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