Logo of Mayo Trails

Shanwar Belgarrow Red Loop

Difficulty

Moderate

Walk Length

9.3 km

Duration

2.5 hr

Code

MUL120

Starting Point

Foxford Woollen Mills, Toomore, Mayo F26, Ireland
G 27034 04274

End Point

Foxford Woollen Mills, Toomore, Mayo F26, Ireland
G 27019 04289

Description

Foxford village is approximately midway between the towns of Castlebar and Ballina. It is built on the banks of the River Moy, between the Nephin and Ox Mountains.

  • Trailhead / Start Point: Foxford Woollen Mills
  • Terrain: Country lanes, bog tracks and hillside
  • Direction: Red markers
  • Distance 9.3 km
  • Estimated Time: 2.5 hours
  • GPS Location53.9827, -9.1132
  • Grade: Moderate 
  • Minimum Gear: Hiking boots, waterproofs, mobile phone, snacks & fluids

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