Castlebar to Turlough Trail

Difficulty

Easy

Walk Length

7.3 km

Duration

1.5 hr

Code

CM270

Description

The Castlebar to Turlough route takes you through woodland and open countryside and follows the course of the Castlebar river from Castlebar town to the Museum of Country Life in Turlough. Along the trail, you cross over a single-span red bridge which is a lovely feature of this greenway. 

  • Trailhead / Start Point: The route can be walked in either direction, from Castlebar Town Park, Springfield, or from the Museum of Country Life at Turlough.
  • GPS Location: Castlebar 53.8581, -9.2919, Turlough 53.8822, -9.2089
  • Terrain: Tarred paths and compacted gravel paths
  • Distance: 7.3 km
  • Direction: White signs with blue writing
  • Estimated Time: 1.5 hours
  • Grade: Easy
  • Minimum Gear: Sturdy walking shoes/boots, waterproofs, mobile phone, snacks & fluids 
  • Services: Castlebar

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