The Dingle Way
~8 days · 100.8 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the The Dingle Way is known for
A circuit of the Dingle Peninsula past Inch Strand, the beehive huts of Slea Head and the shoulder of Mount Brandon, with the Blasket Islands offshore for much of the way.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 3 ft to 1,325 ft over 100.8 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 15.1 mi · 15%
- Downhill 18.5 mi · 18%
- Flat 67.2 mi · 67%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the The Dingle Way?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the The Dingle Way scores 32/100, a relative rating across the 569 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the The Dingle Way take?
Most backpackers hike the The Dingle Way in about 8 days (7 nights out) over its 100.8 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the The Dingle Way?
The The Dingle Way climbs roughly 8,809 ft total — about 87 ft per mile, topping out near 2,152 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.