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Sheep’s Head Way Section 4: Seefin to Cahergal

January 18, 2014 by Dunmanus

Sheep’s Head Way section 4 is a short walking route which brings you down ‘The Horseshoe Road’ from Seefin to the start of the lighthouse walk near the end of the Sheep’s Head peninsula

The Horseshoe Road leads you along a green track and a small road to the parking area at Cahergal. An alternative route, staying on the ridge, is also available.

Distance: 4.8km

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The track that forms Sheep’s Head Way section 4 leads off from the ‘Goat’s Path’ road on the peninsula’s northern flank. It’s easy to follow as it winds its way below the ridge, finally descending to the public road.

At marker 200 (IV 78928 38693), turn left onto the road and continue to the parking area at Cahergal.

The Cahergal Loop joins the route here.

To stay on the ridge from Seefin, (longer – but well worth it!), take the Peakeen Ridge route and then turn onto the Cahergal route to reach the parking area by another path.

Filed Under: Activities, Sheep's Head Way, Walking

Walking Tours

Short guided walks can be arranged with Charlie McCarthy at Hillwalking Tours, Tony Cumberpatch at Sheep’s Head Walks, and David Ross from the Walking Centre at the ‘top of the rock’ in Drimoleague.

Longer guided walking tours in West Cork can also be organised through Hillside Walks.

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Choose from a wide range of Fáilte Ireland-approved accommodation

When you’re planning your stay along the Sheep’s Head Way, you can choose from <a href=”https://livingthesheepsheadway.com/category/self-catering/”>Self-catering cottages</a> and <a href=”https://livingthesheepsheadway.com/category/bbs/”>B&Bs</a> are available on the Sheep’s Head peninsula itself, and along the length of the walking route.
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<a href=”https://livingthesheepsheadway.com/category/hotels/”>Hotels</a> are available in the historic market town of Bantry at the head of Bantry Bay and at Gougane Barra, and <a href=”https://livingthesheepsheadway.com/category/campsites>camping and glamping</a> are great options too!
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A further selection of local accommodation can be found <a href=”http://westcorkholidayaccommodation.com/sheeps-head”>here</a>.

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