The Sky Road at Clifden
It’s a beautiful coastal walking trail, nestled between the sea and the mountains, along the legendary Sky Road. The walk follows the roadside and there is some traffic. This route can also be done by bike!
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 10.66 mi -
Average duration: 5h 30 -
Difficulty: Moderate -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 682 ft -
Descent: - 673 ft -
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Highest point: 384 ft -
Lowest point: 16 ft
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Country:
Ireland
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Start/End: N 53.487684° / W 10.019403° -
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Waypoints
- S/E : mi 0 - alt. 69 ft - Beach Road
- 1 : mi 2.47 - alt. 148 ft - View of Clifden Castle
- 2 : mi 3.57 - alt. 197 ft - Lower Sky Road
- 3 : mi 6.21 - alt. 105 ft - Upper Sky Road
- S/E : mi 10.66 - alt. 66 ft - Beach Road
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