On Foot Explorations • Co. Mayo, Ireland

Mulranny Hiking & Loop Walking Trails

Discover three unique walking routes starting directly from Mulranny village. Explore tidal saltmarshes, cross the 1900 Victorian causeway, ascend Lookout Hill for Clew Bay panoramas, or link into Wild Nephin National Park.

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Trailhead Network

Mulranny Local Walking & Hiking Trails

Mulranny offers marked routes catering to casual strollers, families, and mountain hikers alike.

5.9 km Loop Moderate Walk

Mulranny Lookout Hill & Saltmarsh Loop

Starting from Mulranny Pier, cross Trawoughter Strand and the 1889 Victorian Causeway over protected tidal saltmarshes, ascending Lookout Hill for 360° panoramas across Clew Bay.

Official trail map for Mulranny Lookout Hill and Saltmarsh Loop

Lookout Hill Trail Guide & Full Map →

Trailhead: Mulranny Pier
Official Marker: Red Arrow Waymarked Loop
Highlights: Victorian causeway, rare flora, Clew Bay vistas

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3 km Linear Easy / Family

Victorian Causeway & Beach Walk

A leisurely stroll crossing the wooden Victorian structure built in 1900. Leads directly to Mulranny’s Blue Flag sandy beach and tidal lagoon, perfect for sea swimming, paddleboarding, and coastal walks.

Distance: 3 km round trip

Bathing Water: Blue Flag Certified

Trailhead: Below Mulranny Park Hotel
Amenities: Beach restrooms & summer lifeguards

Wilderness Hike Challenging / Strenuous

Wild Nephin & Bangor Trail

For experienced hikers, Mulranny provides access to the southern edge of Wild Nephin National Park and the historic Bangor Trail—a remote 39km wilderness trek across Atlantic blanket bogs.

Visitor Centre: Ballycroy (15 mins north)

Night Sky: Gold-Tier Dark Sky Park

Requirement: Proper hiking boots & rain gear essential
Info: Guides available at Ballycroy Centre