07 May 2009
Killbrannish Forest Loop Walks
Killbrannish Forest Loop Walks on the Blackstairs Mountains feature two signposted trails - the Windfarm Loop is 3km in length with a good surface and uphill sections and is suitable for families with young children. Four large wind turbines fill the skyline on the summit of nearby Greenoge Hill. the Kilbrannish Forest Loop is 5 kilometres in length, again with a good surface underneath and uphill sections taking approx. 2 hours to complete.
The route offers wonderful views of the surrounding countryside - walkers following the Kilbrannish Forest Loop will be rewarded with particularly fine views from the summit of Croaghaun (455 metres) northwards over the plains of Carlow with the villages and towns of Myshall and Tullow spread out below. The routes can be accessed from Borris, Myshall or Bunclody while a large car park and picnic facilities are available to visitors. Map available from Carlow Tourist Office.