Castle Oliver & Ballyhoura Loop with Declan Clancy

Join Declan Clancy for a guided walk through the Ballyhoura Mountains, taking in a scenic loop around Castle Oliver and the surrounding land

Starting in Ballyorgan, this route passes through Clovers Wood and climbs towards Oliver’s Folly, offering excellent views across the Ballyhouras. The walk continues past the historic entrance to Castle Oliver and into the “Wilderness”, before ascending Lenihan’s Steps and reaching the top of “The Pinch”. From here, the route descends towards Glenosheen and returns to Ballyorgan through forest trails.

This moderate walk covers a mix of woodland paths, open hillside, and quiet country roads. Along the way, Declan will share local history and stories connected to Castle Oliver and the wider area.

Walk Details:

Location: Ballyorgan (Ballyhoura Mountains)
Date: Sunday 14 June
Time: 10:00am
Meeting Point: Entrance to Ballyhoura Mountain Lodges
Duration: 3.5–4 hours
Distance: Approximately 14km
Difficulty: Moderate
Price: €25 per person

What to Bring: Sturdy walking boots | Waterproof jacket | Water and snacks

Find out more about Declan and our local guides here: https://visitballyhoura.com/days-out/walk-the-ballyhouras-galtees-with-a-local-mountain-guide

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

*Participants must wear clothing and footwear suitable to the terrain and to weather conditions on the day.

*Please note the difficulty rating of the walks relative to your experience and levels of fitness.

*No dogs!

*This is a green walking event. Please adhere to Leave No Trace principles.