Caragh Lake Forest - County Kerry

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Caragh Lake Forest - Killorglin *

Located on a steep hillside overlooking Caragh Lake this site offers magnificent views of the surrounding mountains, lakes, Dingle Bay and the Atlantic ocean. The approach road is through a tunnel of oak, beech, Scots pine and holly running adjacent to the lake shore with its hotels and country houses. On entering the wood you travel up through a crop of mature Scots pine with an under storey of holly and birch. On arrival at the car park the entire vista of the lake opens up with Seefin mountain in the background and the Caragh river as it makes its way to the sea at Caragh creek. Back 100 meters from the car park a forest road to the left brings one up the hill through a recently restocked area. At the end of the road a narrow trail continues up the hill, where it forks, take the one to the right which leads to the forest boundary. From here the whole panorama of the Magillycuddys Reeks comes into view, with Carrauntoohil, Ireland's highest mountain (1039 m) staring you in the face. Back to the fork on the trail, continue to another fork and for the more adventurous take the trail to the right which leads to the hill top and a 365 degree vista. To the north west lies the Dingle peninsula and Dingle Bay with the Slieve Mish mountains reaching towards the sea.To the east lies the Laune valley stretching right back to Killarney. Looking south one can see the entire Magillycuddys Reeks and to the west is the broad Atlantic with Caragh lake in the foreground. On your decent from the hill top continue along the trail and you will end back in the car park. Total length of this looped trail is 1.8 km, it is rated as moderate and takes about 45 mins. to complete. As well as the looped trail there is a further 1km of forest road to walk and enjoy. On the lower slopes of this hillside the tree species consist of Scots pine, oak, ash, birch and holly. As one ascends the species turns to Sitka spruce, Lodgepole pine Japanese larch and some birch. All the regular forest inhabitants are to be found here including some Sika deer.

Directions

Located 13 km south west of Killorglin overlooking Caragh Lake. Take the N 70 ( ring of Kerry road ) south west from Killorglin for 8 km, pass the "Red Fox Inn", take a left at sign for Caragh Lake, travel 4 km and take a right, travel 1 km to forest entrance on the left. Travel up through forest road to car park.

Maps

Ordnance Survey Ireland Discovery Series: Number 78

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Killorglin Listings

	Hillcrest - B&B, Killorglin Hillcrest is a georgian styled residence on the N72, Ring of Kerry road, with spectacular views of Ireland's highest mountain and surrounding countryside.Hillcrest bed and breakfast is a perfect base for touring the delights that Kerry has to offer. Category:B&B Season:April - September Location:Ring of Kerry	Web_Site
	O Regans Country Home and Gardens - B&B, Killorglin Luxurious home set on award winning gardens with panoramic views of our Kerry mountains.We are situated just 1km from Killorglin town along the N70 Ring of Kerry road and just five minutes walk from the Killorglin Golf & Country Club ... Category:B&B Season:February - November Location:Ring of Kerry	Web_Site
	Canberra House - B&B, Killorglin Canberra House is a family run business, a thriving Irish Pub with plenty of Guest Accommodation.We offer a full bar service and our newly refurbished rooms are en-suite with both Shower and Bath and include TV, Telephone, Coffee/Tea and Iron facilit Category:B&B Season:April - September Location:Ring of Kerry	Web_Site
	Dromin Farmhouse - B&B, Killorglin Dromin Farm House is situated in the hearth of peaceful countryside, 3km from Killorglin and Miltown, facing open country views and Ireland's highest mountain.You can look forward to a warm welcome with a cup of tea and home baking upon arrival. Category:Farmhouse B&B Season:April - October Location:Ring of Kerry	Web_Site
	Hillview Farmhouse - B&B, Killorglin A warm welcome awaits you at this sixth generation family run working dairy and sheep farm. This farmhouse is nestled between the hills of Kilderry and the Slieve Mish mountains along the N70 Ring of Kerry road between Miltown and Killorglin. Category:Farmhouse B&B Season:March - October Location:Ring of Kerry	Web_Site
	White Sands - House Rental, Killorglin White Sands is situated near Cromane Village in a peaceful rural setting overlooking Lough Yganavan.There is a choice of three properties.Situated off the main Ring of Kerry road, 8km South West of Killorglin and 6km from Glenbeigh Category:House Rental Season:All Year Location:Ring of Kerry	Web_Site
	Riverside Holiday Homes - House Rental, Killorglin Riverside Holiday Homes are situated in Killorglin Town, on the banks of the beautiful River Laune, along the scenic Ring of Kerry. Killorglin is home to the annual world famous Puck Fair, one of Irelands oldest and most unusual festivals Category:House Rental Season:All Year Location:Ring of Kerry	Web_Site

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