![]() ![]() ![]() With a mixture of white sandy beaches, sheer cliffs, and rich history, you would be out of your mind to pass up a trip here. This is probably one of the lesser-known islands off the west coast of Ireland but it is breathtakingly beautiful. Often referred to as North Mayo’s best-kept secret Back Strand is a beautiful stretch of beach located just a five-minute drive from Kilcummin Harbour and can be included in a looped walk with Tearmann na Gaoithe.īack Strand is a beautiful spot to kayak, swim, or walk and if you’re lucky enough to catch it on a sunny day you will be absolutely blown away by the views on offer here. The full Kilcummin Loop can take up to three hours and we highly recommend completing it while visiting the sculpture. The views are out of this world and this hidden gem is a must-see for any outdoor enthusiast. ![]() It is located on the Kilcummin Loop Walk and is best visited at sunset. Tearmann na Gaoithe is a stone sculpture created in 1993 as part of the Tír Sáile Sculpture Trail. However, if you are one of the lucky few you will be treated to one of North Mayo’s most unique hidden gems.Īlthough this location is amazing, we do not recommend attempting this unless you have experience in coasteering or are with an experienced guide. Not many people are lucky enough to get to see the sea stack from below as there are very few safe conditions to attempt the journey underneath. The Downpatrick Head cave offers one of the most spectacular views of the iconic sea stack. If you don’t feel like doing the full hike and only want to head for a swim you’re in luck because it’s no longer than a fifteen-minute walk from Portacloy Beach itself. And even when you find it getting in can be tricky as you need to climb down to the tip of the headland on the right in this image. It’s the perfect way to cool down after your hike, that is if you can find it along the trail. Just off the Portacloy loop walk lies this picturesque little cove. From secret caves to picturesque swim spots our trip certainly didn’t disappoint. We spent four days exploring North Mayo to find some of the most spectacular hidden gems to share with you. ![]()
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