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History of County
Kerry
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View from Geokaun Mountain on Valentia Island |
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County Kerry, and particularly the Iveragh
peninsula, are rich in Irish history,
culture and natural beauty. There are
many activities for your holiday, no matter
what the weather brings!
Portmagee, situated in the at the southwestern portion of the
Iveragh peninsula,
is surrounded by breathtaking coastal and rural scenery. It is also
easily accessible
to many interesting attractions around the Ring of
Kerry. There is much to do just
in South
Kerry, and here is
a sampling of the local activities. Detailed brochures
are available in the
cottage.
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| Hill walking and Hiking
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There are many walks in the area--hill
walking is one of Kerry's best activities! Several
maps and excerpts from local
hiking/hill walking books are provided in the cottage.
Here are some examples:
St. Fionan’s Bay—the road up the
hill from the house towards
Ballinskelligs leads
to
spectacular views of the bay and the surrounding countryside.
(see photo here) You
can continue along
the ridge for expansive views of the peninsula including Ireland's
highest
mountains--Macgillicuddy's Reeks.
Bray Head—visible from the house, and at the mouth of
Portmagee harbor, Bray Head
is a short, easy walk along the trail after the
car-park on Valentia Island. A c. 1800
lookout tower marks the highest
point, and on fine days excellent views can be had
of Dingle Bay, the
Skelligs, and Kerry’s highest sea-cliffs just up the hill from the
house.
(see photo here)
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Kerry Geofest--The
South Kerry Geofest is a new style of festival aimed |
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outdoor enthusiast
with an interest in culture, heritage, wildlife and the arts. The 3
day programme of walks, arts, cultural and social events celebrates
the landscape and the artists, which are inspired by its spectacular
beauty. The festival is held on the Iveragh Peninsula on the October
Bank Holiday weekend. For the first time the towns and villages in the
area have worked together to produce a comprehensive programme of
events that will take place in Sneem, Caherdaniel, Castlecove,
Waterville, Ballinskelligs, Blackwater, Portmagee, Knightstown,
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Cahersiveen
town
Cahersiveen
walks--There are several walks in the
Cahersiveen area, both hill
walking and more leisurely walks along quiet country lanes.
Bentee Loop walk: This is an easy walk around Bentee Mountain,
sign-posted
from Cahersiveen, with nice views of Cahersiveen town and
surrounding area;
enquire at Tourist Information office.
Knocknadobar:
The name means “Hill of the wells” (Cnoc na dTobar)
due to its religious significance from early Christian times. ~500 BC cairn
(stone
burial mound) near the peak, indicating ancient spiritual significance
for this
mountain. We guarantee you a religious experience of some sort when
you make it to the top!
Drung Hill -- A strenuous walk rewarded with fine views of the
area, as well as for
visiting a very ancient holy site. First used for
pre-Christian Lughnasa festivals by
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members of the Drung kingdom,and
later as the site an early Christian leacht
and
holy well. The leacht (a rectangular
stone mound used for religious
services,
requently containing the grave of a saint)
is quite large, and is reputed to contain
the remains of St. Fionan, a famous
saint from
early Christian times in Kerry.
There is also a standing stone
with
Ogham inscriptions.
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Coomasaharn
Lake Horseshoe
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Ridge walk with great
views of the Iveragh Peninsula. Requires a steep climb to/from ridge. Trout
fishing in lake. Ancient rock-art in the area.
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Derrynane—there
are several nice walks in this area, beginning in the sand dunes in
Derrynane National Park near Castlecove (on the Ring of Kerry road past
Waterville).
A beach walk to Abbey Island (old abbey ruin) is an easy one. Or try a moderate
8km/5mi circuit hike going along the ocean and then up along the hillside overlooking
beautiful
Derrynane Bay, then down through the woods of Derrynane.
Eagles Hill--near
Castle Cove , with views
of Castle Cove harbor, ~500 b.c. Staigue
Fort and copper mine originally
begun ~2000 BC or earlier, used in local bronze-making
and a source of
ancient metal-working trade that flourished in this area in Bronze and
Iron-age Ireland.
Rossbeigh—According to legend, Oisin and Niamh
galloped over the sea on their
white horse to Tir na nOg from the end
of the strand. This is an easy circuit walk
along the ocean dunes
near Glenbeigh, 8km/5mi.
Bolus Head—a road walk with breathtaking sea views over Ballinskelligs
Bay,
10km/6mi.
Maughernane—a nice lakeside hike near Waterville, 8km/5mi.
Cloghvoola—a spectacular walk ascending 640m/2100ft in the Waterville area,
10km/6mi.
The Kerry Way--this
circuit tail around the Ring of Kerry passes close to Portmagee.
Valentia Island has
a number of scenic walks.
Beginish and Church Islands from Valentia Isalnd
Various hiking maps, books and directions are provided in the cottage.
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Beaches
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- Reencaheragh
- long,
secluded beach along
harbor, just a short walk
from the
cottage
- Rossbeigh
- 30km: two
miles of Blue Flag beach
- Derrynane
- 30km: large,
spectacular Blue Flag beach
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- Glanleam,
Valentia - 9km: Small beach in nice location
- Ballinskelligs
- 11km: Blue flag beach
- St Fionan's
Bay - 10km: Small sandy beach in spectacular location
(not
recommended for swimming)
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- Inny Strand
- 8km: Over
2km of sand - very safe
swimming beach
- Cooncrome
- 12km: Nice
secluded beach safe for
swimming
- White Strand
- 15km: Blue
flag beach
- Kells Bay -
20km: Blue flag
beach
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| Biking / Cycling |
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Bicycling is another quiet and slow way to see the
countryside while on vacation.
Bikes
are available for use at the cottage, and you can hire bikes in Cahersiveen.
Valentia Island—Valentia Island is a quiet and peaceful farming area with
many side-roads
to explore. Ride
from Caherciveen to the Valentia Island car ferry at Renard. Ride along
the quiet lanes of the island. Stop for lunch in Knightstown before taking the
ferry back.
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Castle and nearby ringforts—take the road out of Caherciveen across the Fertha
River (at the Old Barracks) and ride to these undiscovered historical gems
of southwest Kerry. The castle is the former stronghold of the McCarthy Mors, a ruling clan on the peninsula c. 1000 –
1600 CE. The
Leacanabuaile
and Cahergall
ringforts are
well-restored dry-stone
circular fortifications with walls ten feet thick, built by the Celts after
their arrival c. 300 BCE.
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| Car-touring |
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The Iveragh Peninsula, also called the "Ring of Kerry"
because of the popular touring
route around the outer edge of the peninsula, offers many
possible routes and destinations
for scenic country rides. Here are some we like:
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Coast Road to Kenmare. This takes you along the beautiful
east side of the peninsula with
views of the Kenmare River and the Beara peninsula.
Kenmare is a nice town with shops,
restaurants and other amenities. There are a number of
scenic villages along the way with
much to offer. Staigue fort, built by the
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Coast Road to Glenbeigh, return on inland
route. This trip takes you along the
scenic
western coast with views of Dingle Bay and
the Dingle peninsula. From Glenbeigh you
could take the road towards Caragh Lake
and find your way down the middle of
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Dingle peninsula: Take the coast road from Castlemaine and drive to Dingle,
which is a
large town with many shops and places to eat and drink. The road to Slea Head
is very
scenic. The road over Conor Pass and down to Cloghane and Brandon is also very
nice. Louis Muchahy has a pottery shop nearby. The Blasket Islands visitor center
is
very interesting and has a tea shop. There are many sites of archeological
interest
on the peninsula, such as promontory forts, ogham stones, standing
stones and cloghans.
The Beara peninsula is well worth a trip. Glengarriff has
a fine garden (see below) nearby
and out on the peninsula the countryside is very scenic.
The villages of Ardgroom and
Eyeries are nice. There are several excellent
stone circles and standing stones near
Laraugh and Ardgroom, dating to about
2000 - 1000 BCE.
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The warm Gulf Stream passes close to the shores of Kerry which
creates a temperate
climate ideal for a variety of plant life. There are several gardens
nearby to enjoy this
unique climate.
Glanleam—Valentia Island: Glanleam Subtropical
Gardens were created over 150
years ago by the Knight of Kerry and are famous for a unique
collection of rare and
tender southern hemisphere plants. Woodlands sweep down to the sea,
overlooking
the spectacular scenery of Valentia harbour and the distant Kerry mountains.
Broad
walks weave through jungle-like plantings of South American palms, Australian tree
ferns, bananas and giant groves of bamboo and myrtles from Chile.
Kells--Just
off of the Ring of Kerry heading towards Glenbiegh from Portmagee, this
recently-opened garden features a tree fern forest, a ladies walled garden
and more.
Muckross--Killarney -- The gardens of Muckross House are famed for their beauty
world-wide. In particular they are noted for their fine collection of Rhododendrons
and
Azaleas, extensive water garden, and an outstanding rock garden hewn out of
natural
limestone.
Dunloe Castle—Killarney--The gardens at Dunloe Castle combine the wild grandeur
of loughs and mountains,
including Macgillycuddy's Reeks, with rarities of the plant
world seldom seen elsewhere in
Ireland. Each season brings its own specialties;
camellias and rhododendrons in spring,
magnolias and sun roses in summer, Irish heaths
and richly tinted leaves in autumn.
Dereen Gardens--Lauragh, Kenmare--The luxuriant
woodlands of Derreen Gardens
give glimpses of the sea and the surrounding wild and
majestic country. Mossy
paths and lichen-encrusted rocks, tunnels in deep shade through
the rhododendrons,
towering eucalyptus and groves of bamboo all contribute to the making
of this fine
sub-tropical garden. Perhaps the most famous feature of Derreen is a grove of
the
tender New Zealand tree fern, dicksonia antarctica.
Ilnacullin (Garinish Island)--Bantry--Located in the
sheltered harbour of Glengarriff
in Bantry Bay, Ilnacullin is a small island of 15
hectares (37 acres) known to
horticulturists and lovers of trees and shrubs all around the
world as an island
garden of rare beauty.
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| Gaelic Football |
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County Kerry is home to some of the finest
Gaelic football in all of Ireland. Kerry's
football teams have won the All-Ireland trophy
more
than 30 times. Local clubs,
including the Skellig Rangers of Portmagee, play at
various times during the year.
Gaelic football began in earnest
in Ireland in the late 1800’s, as part of an effort to
promote Irish
culture. It is now an integral part of the fabric of Ireland, with various
league competitions going on throughout the year. It is an exciting game
which
combines speed, endurance and skill . Check with
the foodstore in the village for
the next Rangers match, which might be played at the village pitch just up the road
(towards the cottage,
go straight instead of turning right at the bend). Caherciveen,
Waterville,
Valentia and other local towns also have games which are usually
posted in
local stores and pubs.
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Historical Sites
Some
of the popular sites locally are:
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The
Skelligs
One
of the most interesting historical sites in Kerry is a short
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1-hour
boat-ride from Portmagee harbor, just 8 miles off of the coast.At Skellig Michael,
monks landed in the 6th
century and built their monastery 700 feet up on the steep rock.
The monks
inhabited the island until the 12th century. The hermitage site is open to
the
public, and expert staff provide historical guides to visitors.
Thousands of puffins inhabit
the island through mid-July.
The Skelligs Rock is one of many scenic attractions in the Kerry region. It is famous
for
the gannet colony - the second largest in Europe. The 'Skellig Experience' visitor center
is just
across the channel from Portmagee on Valentia Island. The exhibition
includes the
History and Archaeology of Skellig Michael's Early Christian Monastery,
the
Sea Birds,
their habitat and worldwide travels, the Lighthouses which have given 161 years
of
service to mariners, and the Underwater Skellig, which has many interesting creatures
and plants.
Ballycarberry Castle and two
nearby ringforts - Cahergall and
Leacanabuaile
(outside Cahersiveen)
Just outside of Caherciveen, the castle is the
former stronghold of the McCarthy Mors,
a ruling clan on the peninsula c.
1000 – 1600. The ringforts are well-restored dry-
stone circular fortifications,
built by the Celts after their arrival c. 300 BCE.
Staigue
Cashel
(Stone Fort) (Castlecove--30 minutes)
Staigue Fort, in nearby Castlecove, is probably the finest
example of a stone fort
in Ireland, and is about 2500 years old. It is built of local
stone and is almost circular,
27m in diameter. The walls are almost 4m thick at the base,
and 2m thick at the top.
Derrynane House
and Abbey Island (Castlecove--45 minutes)
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home of Daniel O’Connell, famous Irish lawyer, politician and statesman,
known as “the Liberator” for his work in obtaining emancipation of
Catholics from restrictions imposed after the Act of Union in 1800. Contains
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Fionan’s Abbey (pictured at right) and is easily accessible on nice beach walk from
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Ross Castle
(Killarney--1 hour and 20 minutes)
Well-restored 14th century castle situated
on the lakes of Killarney. Tours are given
year-round, but only on weekends
in the off-season. This
well-restored
Castle and outer
defenses were built by the O'Donoghue Ross Chieftains during the 15th
century. The
barracks alongside dates from the mid 18th century. The castle houses a fine
collection
of 16th and 17th century oak furniture.
Other
Sites of historical and archeological interest
There are many
remnants of times
past, dating as far as 4500 years ago, in
the area. We have prepared a summary of the many local sites in our area,
contained
in The History That Surrounds Us, Part I and
Part II. For more information on these
and other ancient sires, see: More information can be
found at these websites:
Megaliths
of Kerry, Megalithic
Portal to Kerry, and Megalithia.
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| Golf |
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finest golf in Ireland.. The world-famous links course at Waterville is only
a 20 minute drive
from the cottage. Also nearby are Dooks, Killarney and Kenmare. Ballybunion and Old Head
(Kinsale) are within several hours' drive through beautifull scenic countryside.
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Waterville
Golf Club (10 minutes' drive)
Championship course, seaside links, designer E. Hackett, fees-
€125 euro per player per
round, early bird rate Monday - Thursday
(excluding bank holidays)
€63 euro per round if playing before 8am or after 4pm. Pre-booking
essential
Dooks Golf Club
(40 minutes' drive)
Tel (066)9768205
18 hole - par 70 - 6010 yards - 5495 m
Seaside Links near Glenbeigh - opens 10.00am
Killorglin
Golf Club (40 minutes' drive)
Tel (066)9761979 Email: kilgolf@iol.ie
18 hole - Par 72 - 6497 yards - 5940m
Parkland: 8.00am till dark, Bar and Restaurant
Club Hire and Caddie Service available (pre booking)
Parknasilla (near Sneem): 064 – 45233
Kenmare: 064 – 41291
Killarney Golf and Fishing club 064 – 31014
Beaufort (near Killarney) 064-44440
Dunloe (near Killarney): 064 - 44578
Ross (near Killarney, 9 holes): 064 - 31125
Tralee: 066-713-6370
Ballybunion: 068-27146
Old Head of Kinsale: 021-477-8444
For more information on golf in the area, visit these websites:
Southwest Ireland Golf
Kerry Golf
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| Angling—inland
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There is excellent freshwater fishing nearby. Visit the Central
Fisheries Board website for general information about inland fishing,
and the Southwestern Regional Fisheries Board
website for local details. Also, see the Lough
Currane website for good information about access to the Lough
Currane
watershed.
Many local ghillies (expert guides) are available for a wide variety of
inland fishing interests. Information is provided in the cottage, or contact
us for more information. Here is
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The Cummeragh
River drains a catchment of 46 square miles, including ten loughs
into Lough Currane near Waterville. The river is known for summer
grilse fishing that extends through to the end of September, while
also producing occasional spring salmon.
The River Inny catchment, also near Waterville, is
a long narrow mountain valley of some 47 square miles, and the
fishing, which can be excellent, is usually confined to about 8 hours
following a spate. Regarded mainly as a grilse fishery, it also gets a
run of good sea trout from April and smaller fish throughout the
summer.
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The
Butler House Pool is contained within a short fishery of only
about 400 yards, which drains Lough Currane and the entire Waterville
system into Ballinskelligs Bay. All fish entering the system must pass
through this short fishery. Spring fish tend to run straight into the
lough and it is better known as a grilse fishery with enormous runs of
seatrout throughout July and August.
Lough Currane sits only a few feet
above sea-level, with a beautiful backdrop of mountains and spruce
forests. Measuring four miles by 2 miles (at the widest point), it is
by far the largest ‘pool’ on the Cummeragh River. Big spring
salmon and vast numbers of seatrout have to run only a short 500 yard
length of river to reach the lough. Although all legitimate methods
may be used, fly-fishing is the norm and some trolling for early
season sport.
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Lough
Isknagahiny
(Capal Lake), the short Capal River (1.5 miles) connects Lough
Isknagahiny to Lough Currane. Isknagahiny is a small lake, barely 1
mile in length and less than half a mile wide. However, it is capable
of producing spring salmon and sea trout over 6 pounds. It has many
small rocky fish-holding islands and the most scenic backdrop of the
Coomcallee mountain is magnificent.
Derriana
is the top lough on the Currane system and is Southwest Kerry’s
brown trout ‘jewel’, containing trout of a higher than average
size for non-limestone lakes. The lough also holds good heads of
salmon and large sea trout from as early as April. The lough is two
miles long and sits amidst stunning mountain scenery
Lough
Namona
is a short distance up the Currane / Cummeragh system, and produces
many of the very large sea trout for which the area is famous. The
lough also contains many free-rising brown trout
Lough
Cloonaghlin
sits on the same Cummeragh tributary which eventually flows into Lough
Currane. Although noted for the occasional salmon, it is best known as
a sea trout and brown trout fishery
For
the adventurous angler, there are dozens of hill loughs on the
Waterville system. All contain unique strains of free-rising brown
trout and some, connected to the main upper lakes, can hold large sea
trout.
There are also managed rainbow trout fisheries at
Lough Fadda (Sneem), Barfinnihy Lake (Kenmare) and Lough
Nakirka (Killorglin), normally open from June to the end of
August.
The
River Laune near Killarney enjoys a run of salmon throughout
the year and a good spring run. The fishery is five miles from
Killarney in a lovely wooded setting easily accessible from the road.
The river drains the largest of the Killarney Lakes, Lough Leane,
which is famous for its brown trout.
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Local ghillies can provide a
variety of services such as boat hire, lessons, tackle and bait, and
private guides. Here are some local experts to help you:
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Neil
O’Shea, 66 9474527 87 9942792
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John
Murphy, 66 9475257 86 3991074
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Terrence
Wharton, 66 9474264
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Tom
O’Shea 66 9474973
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Junior
Scully, 66 9474270
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Bob
Priestly, 66 9474726
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John
Griffin, 66 9474370
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Dominic
McGillicuddy 66
9474023
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Mike
Dwyer, 66 9474081
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Vincent
Appleby, 066 9475248
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Brod
O’Sullivan, 66 9474249
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Roger
Baker, 66 9478009
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Sylvester
Donnelly, 66 9474327
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John
Buckley, 64
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John
Murphy, 66 9475257 or 21 7331196
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| Angling—ocean |
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The influential Gulf Stream waters from the Gulf of Mexico drift close to the
south-west coast of Ireland and every year sub tropical species of fish mingle with Blue
Shark, Gurnard, Tope, Wrasse, Pollack, Mackerel, Plaice, Spurdogs, Bass, Flats, Ray,
Conger, Dog Fish, Huss, Whiting, Mullet, Codling, and Coalfish, constituting a great
variety of fish in some of the cleanest waters in Europe.
Fully equipped and approved boats are available in Portmagee as well as Valentia; Cahersiveen; Derrynane; Caherdaniel; Killorglin; and Sneem.
The Central
Fisheries Board publishes a comprehensive Irish Angling Guide, which
is available in the Skellig Experience centre on Valentia
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Sea Angling:
Shore angling:
- Kells:
rock fishing for pollack, wrasse and dog fish
- Coonanna
Harbour: Fishing off pier - flat fish, conger
- Cooncrome
Harbour: Rock fishing on western side - pollack, wrasse and
mackerel
- Lough Kay:
flatfish, occasional ray
- Valentia
Island: Ray, conger, mullet, pollack, mackerel
- Renard Point:
Off pier - Flatfish, mackerel, bass at outflow from Fish Plant
(bottom and float fishing)
- Portmagee
- Dogfish, small pollack off bridge. Conger and mullet in harbour
- St.
Fionans Bay:
Bass, flatfish (surf fishing). Pollack, mackerel, wrasse (rock
fishing)
- Ballinskelligs
Bay/Waterville: Bass, flat fish (surf fishing)
- Hogs Head:
Pollack, mackerel, wrasse (rock fishing)
- Derrynane:
Bass, flatfish (surf fishing)
- Lambs
Head: Pollack, mackerel, wrasse, conger, dog fish (spinning and
bottom fishing)
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| Horseback Riding and Pony Trekking |
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There are several stables in the area offering varying rides for
different skill levels. Information brochures are available in
the cottage.
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| Killarney National Park
The National Park comprises of 10,000
hectares (24,700 acres) of beautiful lake and mountain scenery. The Park is famous for
its' native natural habitats and species including oakholly woods, yew woods and red deer.
The National Park Visitor Centre (located at Muckross House) and the Information Point
at Torc Waterfall provide information on all aspects of the park. The Education Centre,
located at
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Knockreer House, provides a range of courses related to nature conservation and
ecology.
For information Tel: +353 64 35960. See also Muckross
House and Gardens, Muckross
Traditional Farms,
Muckross Friary and Ross Castle.
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| Forest Walks |
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Coillte,
Ireland’s forestry service, maintains many hectares of forestland in Kerry
to promote reforestation of the countryside, animal habitat, biodiversity and
for recreation, using sustainable
forest management practices according to
international standards. Here are a few examples
for short hikes through these
lush forests:
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Ballaghasheen:,
3km walk
along forest roads with are magnificent views of the Macgillycuddy's Reeks
to the east and the Inny Valley and Ballinskelligs Bay to the west . One
can find evidence of fox, badgers and just recently sika deer which have
migrated from Killarney National Park. The mountain pass known as
Bealach Oisin or Oisin's Gap is wedged between the reeks of
Knocknagapple to the north and Knocknacusha to the south. Oisin is
reputed to have come through here after spending 300 years in Tir na nÓg. (Off the N70, 21.5 km north east of Waterville on the road to
Glencar)
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Glenteenassig
Wood: Forest
and lakeside walks and scenic views. The Owencusla River rises at Lough
Caum and flows through this delightful glen which cradles three lakes. Foxes and badgers frequent the woods, as do many species of
birds. Wild goats are sometimes seen on the cliffs. Gleann Tí an Eassaigh means the 'Glen of the Waterfall'
and indeed, up to three waterfalls are visible at times. (
26.5 km west of Tralee on the Castlegregory road turn left for 4.5 km at
Aughacusla)
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Glenbeigh
Wood:
On the
hill overlooking the village of Glenbeigh, this short walk is part of
the Kerry Way. The Rossbeigh sand dunes lie nearby. The nearby wildlife
sanctuary attracts fox, badger, red squirrel and woodcock to this wood. (1 km from Glenbeigh on the Rossbeigh
road)
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Lickeen
Wood:
4 km
forest walk through primitive oak woods, in the picturesque Glencar
Valley. Nearby is the
Upper Caragh River where otter and wild mink can be seen among the
common wildlife. Red deer and sika deer are resident in small numbers in
the adjoining woods.
(18 km from Killorglin on the Ballaghsheen Pass Road)
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Bird Watching:
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area: Herring Gull, Shag, Arctic Skua, Heron, Ducks (Mallard,
Teal and Wigeon), Wild Geese, Redshank, Swallow, Starling, Magpie,
Crow, Rook etc.
Little
Skellig (May - August) - Puffin, Gannet, Fulmar, Storm
Petrel, Kittiwake, Oyster catcher, Razorbill, Gull
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Underwater sports
Scuba-diving
is a popular recreation activity in the area due to the clear
waters and moderate Gulf Stream currents
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Kerry Bog Village Museum
The Kerry Bog Village Museum near the village at Glenbeigh on the Ring of Kerry road is
a unique attraction for young and old who are interested in finding out more on the
domestic lifestyles of the Irish in the early 1800's. It aims to create a period setting
where you can visit and experience the past and understand the way of life in Ireland
during this era.
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