Knocknarea off the beaten trail - St Brigid's Bank Holiday Monday

Mon Feb 02 2026 at 10:00 am to 02:00 pm UTC+00:00

knocknarea car park | Sligo

High Hopes Hiking
Publisher/HostHigh Hopes Hiking
Knocknarea off the beaten trail - St Brigid's Bank Holiday Monday
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You are invited to join us on St Brigid's Bank Holiday Monday to explore the hidden gems of Knocknarea that are so often not seen by the countless number of visitors to this ancient landmark with its large cairn, the burial place of Queen Maeve, legendary queen of Connacht.
We will meet at Knocknarea car park at 10:00am
The hike will take us off the beaten path to overlook Ballisodare bay and Culleenamore beach. We will cross the ancient famine wall and follow along the edge to reach the top of the board walk.
In 2014 archaeologists at Sligo ATU discovered a number of caves dating back to the stone age where the skeletal remains of an adult and child were found.
These caves are largely hidden from view. It is planned to explore these on our hike. Please bring head torch or flash light.
Finally we will descend along the northern famine wall overlooking Sligo bay and majestic Benbulben.
Cost: Adults 20 euro and children half price.
To book and register for this hike please email us with following details
* Name
* Address
* Contact No
Email: [email protected]
or call us at: 086 3454045
or contact us through our web site:
https://www.highhopesmountaintreks.com/contact-us/
Equipment required:
Good waterproof boots and waterproof clothing are essential; hiking trousers are advised, (no jeans please); spare warm layer; hat and gloves; lunch and/or snacks; water or juice drink, (1.5 litres); small rucksack to carry it all in. Walking poles are recommended.
**NB** It is advisable to wear boots with good ankle support due to the nature of the terrain. These will assist in protecting you from injury.
NB - Cancellation policy
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Hike that are cancelled with one month of event Full refund
Hikes that are cancelled within 14 days of the event a refund of 50%
Hikes that are cancelled within 7 days no refund available apart from exceptional cases due to illness or family bereavement
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