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We are a hiking group based in Loughrea and with over 80 members from a wide area of E.Galway. We meet every second Sunday for walks around south Galway, Co.

Our club was formed in '04 and we celebrated the 20th anniv with a Walking Festival celebrating the many trails available locally in the Sliabh Aughty range Clare and occasionally go on weekend walking trips further afield. Walks are approximately 2 1/2 to 3 hours long and are graded; relatively easy (green), moderate (blue) and more difficult hikes (red). We are members of Mountaineering Ireland and currently have 60 members.

06/09/2026

A bit wet and windy on Sliabh Cairn today but great to be back in the Burren.

02/09/2026

After a short break our autumn hikes are now arranged. Sun 6th Sept and we are on Sliabh Cairn in the Burren. This is 12kms and challenging and will take 3.5 to 4hrs. It's rocky with some parts grassy with hazel scrub. There are some stone walls to be crossed. The ascent is 325mts. Flat area on top on approach to the large cairn. Wonderful views and hopefully the weather will be favourable.

13/08/2026

A GLR's advance party spotted yesterday checking out the Comeraghs for our Autumn Away Trip at end of Sept.

25/07/2026

It's a return visit to the Sliabh Blooms for the GLR's on Sat 25th. The Giants Grave Loop at Cadamstown is approx 14kms on minor roads, forest paths and riverbank timber steps. The club will have no scheduled walks for August but plans for our autumn schedule and trip to the Comeraghs will be happening.

03/07/2026

Cahervalley Loop at Fanore is the walk for the GLR's on Sun 5th July. This 14km track, known locally as the Kyber Pass, is always a popular one. It takes approx 4hrs (including our hilltop break) on minor roads and an ascent of 300mts on a green road.

26/06/2026

We have two walks on Sunday 28th both in the Killaloe area. Walk 1 is an easy 8-10km scenic trail on the banks of the Shannon taking in the new bridge and discovering small laneways with great views of the magestic river and picturesque town.
Walk 2 is on Arra Mts taking in Toutinna, Graves of the Leinstermen and Millennium Cross. It's approx 459m in ascent on typical hillside terrain and paths with some timber steps. Panoramic views.

18/06/2026

Sat June 20th and we will be on the 12 o'Clock Hills at Belvoir Demense near Sixmilebridge in Co. Clare. It's 8kms and moderately challenging on paths, boardwalk and some rough ground. Ascent to 300 mts with wonderful views. Weather forecast for Sat our mid-summer is favourable.

11/06/2026

Sunday next 14th the GLR's are along the Cliffs of Moher on a 12km trail from Doolin to Surfers Bay. It's a linear walk of 6kms and return on exposed narrow paths and some short but steep ascents. Track has recently reopened following maintenance and safety work.

05/06/2026

It's here again - our popular annual Burren trail is on Sunday 7th June. The Lough Avalla Farm Loop is approx 9k along a secluded approach road, over Burren flagstones and through small lush meadows. There are a few short sharp descents. Great views over S. Clare.

29/05/2026

A choice of contrasting walks for our members on Bank Holiday weekend. A challenging hike on Nephin Mtn, Laherdane, Mayo on Sat 30th. Underfoot its heather at start and scree near summit. Ascent is 750 meters and approx 8-9 kms. OS map 23.
On Mon June 1st it's a coastal walk around Flaggy Shore and to Martello tower at New Quay. Always a popular scenic location for our club and approx 7kms.

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Assembly: Gort Road
Loughrea

Website

http://www.greylakeramblers.wordpress.com/

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