Please note: The Kerry Way between The Black Valley and Glencar will be closed for essential works until July 1st, 2026

Explore Ireland’s
longest signposted
walking trail

Explore Ireland’s
longest signposted
walking trail

PLAN YOUR TRIP

Take on the full multi-day route or enjoy a short day walk

The Kerry Way starts and finishes in the busy tourist town of Killarney, looping
around the Iveragh Peninsula, the Kerry Way goes anti-clockwise, passing through some of the most isolated and dramatic countryside in the country.

215

Kilometres

9

Sections

100s

of Cultural Sites

Embrace the uniqueness
of The Kerry Way

View the route

STAGE 1

Killarney to Black Valley

22km

5.5 hours

STAGE 2

Black Valley to Glencar

21km

5.25 hours

STAGE 3

Glencar to Glenbeigh

18km

4.5 hours

STAGE 4

Glenbeigh to Cahersiveen

28km

7 hours

STAGE 5

Cahersiveen to Waterville

29km

7.25 hours

STAGE 6

Waterville to Caherdaniel

13 or 29km

3 or 7.25 hours

STAGE 7

Caherdaniel to Sneem

18km

4.5 hours

STAGE 8

Sneem to Kenmare

30km

7.5 hours

STAGE 9

Kenmare to Killarney

24km

6 hours

Find a special moment on The Kerry Way...

Whilst Kerry is renowned for having the highest mountains in Ireland, the Kerry Way avoids the higher peaks and opts for the lower reaches of mountain ridges. The trail is intended to quickly progress through a  variety of different landscapes and experiences, giving the walker a wider appreciation for the culture and heritage of the county.

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FAQs

Some questions you may have

You may have quite a few questions before your walking trip along the Kerry Way.
Below are some of the most popular. If you wish to ask more, please contact us here >>

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In case of Emergency,

dial 999 or 112

You will be asked for the following – exact address of the emergency or any noticeable landmarks, directions to the scene of the emergency, the telephone number you are calling from, details on the emergency.

Walkers Planning on hiking The Kerry Way should always check the latest weather forecast as mountains and remote areas can be more dangerous during weather alerts, especially near high mountain passes, river crossings and lakes.