Ring of Kerry

Last time we were in Ireland we drove the Ring of Kerry and the weather was dismal, we gave up half way and continued on to Dingle. Today is looking more promising so far.

We started off with a little faux par when we pulled into the wrong car park for Torc Waterfall. We were all thinking it was a pretty poor excuse for a waterfall, soon realised our mistake when we came across a large sign and car park.

Next up was Ladies view and Moll’s Gap, then onto Kenmare for breakfast. Lots of restaurants there but none open for breakfast until we found a little gem around the corner. Had a delicious full Irish and then a slice of lemon meringue pie!

Next stop was Staigue Stone Fort. A little detour off the road, but we’ll worth it. Built in the early centuries AD. All the walls are still standing and you can walk around the whole fort on the top. Little scary for some of us, not for the kid running around the whole thing.

Then came O’Connell Beach, Derrynane Beach and Coomakista viewpoint. Wow such spectacular views over the wild Atlantic, which is really rather tame today, flat enough that the fishing boats are out in force.

Skellig ring led to the beautiful Kerry Cliffs which are actually on private land. It’s a steep 10 minute walk up to cliffs and viewpoints but so worth it. Spectacular scenery and so many birds nesting around the cliffs.

Our last stop for the day was Portmagee. What a pretty little fishing village. Could have spent a lot more time there. We had a much needed cup of tea at the pub before travelling the 70k back to Killarney. Pulled into the Main Street for dinner before headed home.Read more