Where every trail leads to wonder.

Shanacrane West

Dunmanway – Co. Cork

P47 X658

 

Open everyday

Spring, summer and autumn: 9am to 5pm

Winter: 9am to 4pm

Entrance fee: €5 per person.

At the park: QR code or cash box available. (for cash please have the correct amount)

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About us

Shehy Highland Park

We are a scenic trail park, offering a variety of hiking routes suitable for all ages. Discover the beauty of West Cork and Immerse yourself in nature, explore breathtaking landscapes, and enjoy an outdoor adventure like no other. Perfect for hikers, families, solo travelers, and nature enthusiasts.

Overnight campervan available inside the Car Park. Use your own facilities. Fresh water available.

Where we are

Shehy Highland Park is located in West Cork, near the scenic Cousane Gap, on the R585 road. We are on the Ordnance Survey Ireland map number 85.

Distances by car from:

  • Cousane Gap, it is 4.4 kilometres, approx. 6minutes away.
  • Kealkill, it is 13 kilometres, approx. 13 minutes away.
  • Bantry, it is 24 kilometres, approx. 25 minutes away.
  • Glengarriff, it is 30 kilometres, approx. 29 minutes away.
  • Gougane Barra, it is 28 kilometres, approx. 27 minutes away.
  • Macroon, it is 35 km, approx. 35 minutes away.
  • Coppeen, it is 25 km, approx. 25 minutes away.
  • Cork city, it is 64 km, approx. 1 hour away.
  • Dunmanaway, it is 13 km, approx. 16 minutes away.

Map

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Loops

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Orange Loop

Easy Walk

Average time: 40 min
Distance: 1.84km
Elevation: 95m

Green Loop

Moderate Walk

Average time: 1.5h 
Distance: 4.67km
Elevation: 276m

Red Loop

Strenuous Walk

Average time: 3h
Distance: 9.27km
Elevation: 606m

Average time: 40 min
Distance: 1.84km
Elevation: 95m

Average time: 1.5h 
Distance: 4.67km
Elevation: 276m

Average time: 3h
Distance: 9.27km
Elevation: 606m

Guidelines

No dogs allowed

It’s a sheep farm.

No Bikes Allowed

Cars, motorbikes and bicycles are not allowed

⁠Children Supervision

Children under 18 years old must be accompanied by adults at all times.

Emergency

If you find yourself in an emergency, phone the emergency services by calling 112 or 999.

Charge your phone

When you are on the trails, make sure your phone is fully charged.

Car park disclaimer

Shehy Highland Park is not responsible for damage or items stolen in the car park - park at the vehicle owner’s risk.

Stay on Trails

Stick to trails, and do not transpass the boundary fence.

Pack up all your waste

Leave no trace policy

River Water Notice

Bandon River is a combined run of surface water and spring water, and there is no filtering or treatment on it.

Respect Wildlife

Do not feed or disturb wildlife - observe from a distance.

Keep Water Clean

Do not pollute rivers and lakes - Keep water sources clean.

Weather Caution

In the event of fog or if the weather change, stay on the road and be prepared to come back.

Preserve Nature

Do not pull out plants and flowers - preserve nature.

No Campfires

No campfires allowed - minimise fire impacts.