Within easy reach of Kenmare are the
uncrowded hills and mountains of Cork
and Kerry. To the north lies 'The
MacGillycuddy Reeks, Ireland's highest
peak 'Carrantuohill'(1013 meters), also
there are seven other Munroes(Mountains
over 1000 meters) and forty peaks over
600 meters. To the south of Kenmare are
the gentle Cahas covered with a rich layer
of Blanket bog which stretch from gougane
Barra to the Atlantic Ocean.
For
the moderate walker there are many
traditional and marked routes. Prime among
these are the Kerry Way, some of the
Republic's longest walkways with marked
trails. Maps and accurate route descriptions
are available locally. Organised guided
walks operate on a regular basis.
CYCLING
If you want to cover a little more ground, but at your own pace cycling
is the perfect way to tour the beautiful countryside surrounding Kenmare.
Information is available on a large number of routes and bicycles can
be hired locally.
WATERSPORTS
Canoeing, snorkelling, sailing, waterskiing and windsurfing are some of
the
watersports available. Daily cruises are available from Kenmare pier to
explore
the wildlife and scenary surrounding Kenmare.
FISHING
The area is a paradise for anglers with crystal clear rivers and lakes,
deep sea
angling and shore fishing.
GOLF / PITCH & PUTT
The Kenmare golf course is close by the town with the Ring of Kerry Golf
and Country Club a few miles away. Others include Killarney (32km),
Waterville (64km) and Ballybunion (74km). A pitch & putt and driving
range are also only a couple of miles away.
HORSEBACK
Explorethe hills and beaches around Kenmare on horseback. First class
horses and ponies are available from local stables. Kenmare's location
on both the Ring of Kerry and Beara makes it the ideal base for sightseeing
in this
most scenic and beautiful part of the world. Daily guided coach tours
are
available locally.
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