Discover What's on Your Doorstep in Castlerea

We're big believers in the power of the outdoors and the countless benefits that walking has for our physical and mental health. 

You don't have to venture far to get the most out of your locality's natural surroundings. With Xplore's Hikes & Trails, we want to make it as easy as possible for you to enjoy what's on your doorstep — especially during the summer months when clear skies make it that bit more fun.

Did You Know?

1. Xplore uses Mapbox technology to give you turn-by-turn directions along your route. Mapbox is a navigation software that is used by hundreds of major companies worldwide, including Strava, Snapchat, and Lonely Planet. It's reliable, accurate, and built into every single one of our mapped hikes and trails. 
2. Elevation and Walking Guides are available within the hike/trail so that you can come prepared for whatever the route holds. Find out if the area is prone to flooding, what kind of wildlife you can expect to see, and what kind of terrain you should dress for. 
3. You can check out hikes/trails in other towns too. If you find yourself on a weekend trip this summer and fancy exploring the area's natural surroundings, there are plenty of local routes to be discovered in our Hikes & Trails section. Click 'Select another town' in the Xplore app menu, and find trails for any one of our 12 towns in Cork, Kerry, Galway, and Carlow.

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One Local Trail to Get You Started

Check out the Cloonfad River Walk in the Hikes & Trails section of the Xplore Local Castlerea app. This is a lovely looped walk that is connected to the Cloonfad Scenic Walks in the Derrylahan area. Following the course of the river, this route offers lots of peace and quiet and plenty of scenic views. The trailhead is situated about a 20-minute drive from Castlerea.