We’ve included Google Map routes, but mobile signal can be patchy in rural Kerry. Download the area for offline use before you set out. See this link for instructions on how to do it.
These are personal favourites, and we’re not responsible for any issues during the drive or with our directions. Enjoy the beautiful county of Kerry!
Adventure Awaits on the Ballaghbeama Gap
This one is a great drive, but a drive best taken slowly and carefully. The Ballaghbeama gap is one of our favourite roads and is a route that travels far off the beaten track. The majority of the Gap is a single track road, keep your eye out for passing places and be prepared to reverse/back up to let others pass you.
We will let the route speak for itself (see our map), we have included Ladies View as a suggested lunch spot on the way back to Kenmare. Ladies view is on a section of the route that is also included on the Ring of Kerry so be prepared for it to be busy. If you can’t get a table then don’t panic, carry on to Kenmare where are you are guaranteed good food in any one of the many restaurants that our fantastic town has to offer.
Key Information
- Estimated Time: 3-4 hours
- Difficulty Rating: Difficult
- Link to Route Map: Here
Suggested Highlights
- Incredible Views and an Incredible Road.
- Lunch at Ladies View or Kate Kearney’s Cottage.
- Be ready to reverse as much of this route is on single track roads, make sure to keep an eye out for passing places and take it slow.
Night Time Adventure Awaits
After your day out exploring the the Ballaghbeama Gap why not join us after dinner for a completely different outdoor experience and discover the hidden world of bioluminescence on a night kayak trip?
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