Trail Description

A walk through the dramatic mountain pass carved between the MacGillycuddy's Reeks and Purple Mountain in Kerry. The old road winds past a string of lakes and rushing streams beneath towering rock walls. A classic Killarney route, best walked early before the pony traps arrive.

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Weather forecast - Gap of Dunloe

Current conditions and a 3-day forecast for Gap of Dunloe.

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19°C

Broken Clouds

68% Humidity
7 km/h Wind

5-Day Forecast

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Today
Broken Clouds
19°C
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Tomorrow
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19°C
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Sunday
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19°C
clear sky
Monday
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20°C
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Tuesday
Clear Sky
21°C

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