Killarney to Black Valley
Walk past Muckross House through Parklands and Forests to Torc Waterfall. From Torc with some ascent through Woodlands following an old road to Kenmare through Owengarriff River Valley.
Side option:
easy walk up to the Torc Mountain with nice views onto the lakes and surrounding mountains (allow 2 extra hours)
51.996770,-9.529853
Descend through Esknamucky Glen to Galway River, follow signs to Black Valley! Walk winds through woodlands and grasslands to Lord Brandon's Cottage on Upper Lake. From there follow track to Black Valley Village.
Distance to walk
~20 kms (depending on where you commence the walk) 4-6 hrs 
Where to stay in the Black Valley
Shamrock B&B Enjoy genuine Irish hospitality in a beautifully located Farmhouse in the Black Valley, only a short distance from the Gap of Dunloe and on the Kerry Way Walking Trail; evening meals and lunches available, free WiFi, Luggage transfer. Self catering available, prior booking recommended
51.986109 (51° 59' 9.99'' N)
-9.663892 (9° 39' 50.01'' W)
mobile/whatsapp +353 87 990 3607 | website
What to do in the Black Valley
Climb on Purple Mountain with excellent viewing possibilities! Walk back through the Gap of Dunloe. (allow extra day, 10km, 5-6 hours moderate walking)
52.014084, -9.611125
Walk to and through beautiful Gap of Dunloe (extra day recommended)
52.012887, -9.636211
Walk around Cummeenduff Lake
51.974386, -9.686980
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