Nephin Beg
33 Votes Currently Open- Address: Nephin Beg Mountain Range, Co. Mayo, Ireland, Westport Map
- Timings: 24-hrs Details
- Time Required: 08:00 Hrs
- Tags: Walking Area, Broadway, Family And Kids
For the travellers who love to walk on the path least explored, the Nephin Beg offers a whole new level of adrenaline.
Designated as Ireland’s first wilderness area, the spot covers 11,000 hectares of Mayo County’s plush greenery.
To explore the range do try to take a taxi till Bangor after which the adventure only begins. Majestic landscapes that embrace the endless sky form a picture never seen before. Do carry a camera to capture these moments while trekking through this fabulous spot.
The must-visit trek includes the following peaks which have a view to die for:
- Knocklettercuss (370m),
- Maumykelly (364m),
- Slieve Carr (721m),
- Nephin Beg (617m),
- Glennamong (628m),
- Corranabinnia (714m)
- Ben Gorm (582m).
A night spent here will not go to waste with the feeling of oneness that is rare to find anywhere else. On a clear-night, the sky offers a view which beats any online image.
Nephin Beg Travel Tips
- Do carry your own snacks and refreshments as the place has no nearby cafes or restaurants.
- Rent a car to reach the foot of the mountains.
Nephin Beg Hours
- It is advised to start trekking here early in the morning.
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- Nephin Beg Address: Nephin Beg Mountain Range, Co. Mayo, Ireland, Westport
- Nephin Beg Timing: 24-hrs
- Best time to visit Nephin Beg(preferred time): 07:00 am - 07:00 pm
- Time required to visit Nephin Beg: 08:00 Hrs
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5.13% of people who visit Westport include Nephin Beg in their plan
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33 Times
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3 PM
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66.67% of people start their Nephin Beg visit around 3 PM
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8 Hrs
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People usually take around 8 Hrs to see Nephin Beg
95% of people prefer to travel by car while visiting Nephin Beg
People normally also visit Ballycroy National Park while planning their trip to Nephin Beg.