Dingle Peninsula · County Kerry

Slea Head Walking Loop

The Slea Head walking loop follows the cliffs of the Dingle Peninsula's westernmost tip — past beehive huts, through the Gaeltacht village of Dunquin, around Clogher Head, and down to the beach at Coumeenoole. The Blasket Islands sit just offshore like a line of sleeping whales. On a clear day, the next land west is Boston.

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18 km
Distance
5h
Typical time
220 m
Climb
Moderate
Difficulty
coastal
Type
Why you'll like it

Highlights of this walk

  • The Blasket Islands across Blasket Sound
  • Coumeenoole Beach (of Ryan's Daughter fame)
  • Fahan beehive huts — Bronze Age drystone dwellings
  • Clogher Head — Star Wars filming location
  • Dunquin Pier — featured in the 1970 film
Route & directions

How to walk it

Start in Ventry. Follow the coast road (R559) westward — there's a walkers' path below the road for most of the route. Pass through Fahan, Slea Head itself, Coumeenoole Beach, Dunquin, and finish at Clogher Head. Return by bus or pre-arranged pickup — it's a one-way walk.

Local tips

  • No return public transport — arrange pickup or taxi from Clogher
  • Exposed cliff walk — never attempt in high winds
  • Spring and autumn light is magical for photography
  • Café at Dunquin pottery is a good lunch stop
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Audio tour for this walk

A local Kerry voice in your ear — stories, history, folklore. Works offline once downloaded. Transcript included.

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