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Croagh Patrick Summit Route
Murrisk, County Mayo, Connacht, Ireland
Hard · 7 km
Out and back
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Distance
7 km
Difficulty
Hard
Route Type
Out and back
Location
Murrisk, County Mayo, Connacht, Ireland
About This Hike
A challenging mountain ascent to the summit of Croagh Patrick, overlooking Clew Bay and the surrounding County Mayo landscape. Mountain conditions can change quickly — check conditions before you set out.
Adventure Highlights
- Mountains
- Views
- History
- Mountain summit
- Panoramic coastal views
- Clew Bay
- Historic pilgrimage landscape
Trail Gallery
What to Expect
- Terrain
- Mountain
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route character
- Out and back
What to Bring
Check the weather and route conditions before setting out and prepare appropriately for your adventure.
Before You Go
- Check current weather
- Check route conditions
- Make sure the route matches your ability
- Carry suitable water and equipment
- Let someone know your plans when appropriate
General guidance — AllHikes does not provide live weather or verified trail conditions.
Where You'll Hike
- Country
- Ireland
- Region
- Connacht
- Area
- Murrisk, County Mayo
- Starting location
- Signposted car park at Murrisk
Starts from the signposted car park at Murrisk. Mountain conditions can change — check conditions before departure. Source: discoverireland.ie.
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