Kerry Way — Stages 1–2: Killarney to Glencar
~2 days · 27.4 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Kerry Way — Stages 1–2: Killarney to Glencar is known for
Stages 1–2 of Kerry Way is an official 45.9 km point-to-point section from Killarney trail node (OSM node 262347578) to Glencar trail stile (OSM node 11092883023).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 226 ft to 3,671 ft over 27.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 11.0 mi · 41%
- Downhill 11.0 mi · 41%
- Flat 4.7 mi · 18%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Kerry Way — Stages 1–2: Killarney to Glencar?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Kerry Way — Stages 1–2: Killarney to Glencar scores 16/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 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 Kerry Way — Stages 1–2: Killarney to Glencar take?
Most backpackers hike the Kerry Way — Stages 1–2: Killarney to Glencar in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 27.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Kerry Way — Stages 1–2: Killarney to Glencar?
The Kerry Way — Stages 1–2: Killarney to Glencar climbs roughly 3,789 ft total — about 138 ft per mile, topping out near 1,227 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. 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.