Killarney National Park Loops
Immerse yourself in one of Ireland’s most breathtaking National Parks, with two looped walks to enjoy alongside glistening waterside trails.
Distance
MUCKROSS LAKE LOOP: 15km TORC WATERFALL LOOP: 4.5km
Terrain
MUCKROSS LAKE LOOP: paved lanes and earthen footpaths TORC WATERFALL LOOP: paved lanes and earthen footpaths
Estimated Time
MUCKROSS LAKE LOOP: 3-5hrs TORC WATERFALL LOOP: 2hrs
Ascent
MUCKROSS LAKE LOOP: 100m TORC WATERFALL LOOP: 150m
Grade
MUCKROSS LAKE LOOP: moderate TORC WATERFALL LOOP: moderate
Start and Finish
Muckross House
County
Kerry
Nearest Town
Killarney
Details
Directions
Killarney
Kerry
Ireland South
Established in 1932 to protect one of Ireland’s most precious natural habitats, Killarney National Park boasts wild, rugged summits of the country’s highest mountains, beautiful sylvan landscapes of ancient woodland, a spectacular waterfall and serenely quiet lakes. Just 5km south of Killarney Town on the famous Ring of Kerry, the Muckross Lake Loop has an optional trip to the Torc Waterfall Loop, but both see you starting and finishing at the delightful Muckross House and visits to the beautiful formal gardens and historic buildings of the Muckross Demesne.
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