Inishbofin Walks
4.97 miles (8 km)
This waymarked circular walk follows the Westquarter Loop around the island of Inishbofin off the coast of Connemara, County Galway.
The trail runs for about 8km passing rugged cliffs, a photogenic ruined fort, pretty lakes and stone beaches with fabulous coastal views to enjoy. The island is also great for birdwatching with a wide variety of sea birds to look out for.
You can reach the island by catching the ferry from Cleggan with more details on this link.
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Further Information and Other Local Ideas
For more island walking you could visit Clare Island which you can reach from Roonagh Pier near the small town of Louisburgh. The island has strong associations with the notorious Grace O'Malley, the 'pirate queen' of the 16th century.