Killarney's Wild Hidden Valley hike: The Horses Glen
The mountains that surround Killarney are home to the most famous peaks in ireland, but if you stray away from the big names, you can find lesser travelled valleys where exceptional true wilderness is waiting to take your breath away. On this challenging hike, Killian Buckley, a killarney local who has climbed some of the world’s hardest routes and guided clients everywhere from Nepal to Norway and throughout the Alps, where he now lives is coming home to the mountains that made him. He hopes to share his experience while hiking in one of his favourite killarney hidden gem hikes and hopefully show you that sometimes the most beautiful wild spaces are off the beaten track.
You will need to have a good level of mountain fitness for this hike. Elements of this hike will be across wild terrain without a well beaten path so participants should be stable on their feet and have appropriate footwear (quality hiking boots or trail shoes).
The hike will be approximately 12km with an expected elevation gain of 800m. Most importantly be prepared for a great adventure.
Dropped pin for Mangerton Trailhead start point. Please plan your journey in advance.
Directions: Drive out the N71 as far as the Muckross Park Hotel. Turn left at the Muckross Park hotel and follow the Mangerton Road for 1.6km until you come to a sign for Mangerton where you turn right. Follow that road until you come to Cormacs Haggard where you can park. Your guide will meet you here.
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The route may change on the day depending on weather in exceptional circumstances
Wander Wild Festival works with selected local outdoor service providers to deliver our outdoor activities. In order to participate in these activities, participants will be required to provide information about those participating in the event and to comply with the service provider’s terms and conditions.
Caution is advisable on all mountain terrain.
Hiking boots with ankle support and Rain gear is a necessity as weather can be unpredictable.
Backpack for each climber
The hiking trail can be wet and slippery after heavy rainfall, so caution is advised
It is advisable to carry extra layers/clothing for this hike particularly on summit.
Hats and gloves are advisable all year round. NO JEANS
Bring water, food and snacks for the day.
Sunscreen!
Change of clothes for after the hike