Kerry Way — Stages 3–4: Glencar to Cahersiveen landscape

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Kerry Way — Stages 3–4: Glencar to Cahersiveen

~2 days · 26.7 mi · moderate · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance26.7 mi
Days out2
Elevation gain3,458 ft
Gain / mile130 ft
High point1,089 ft
Difficulty index15/100

What the Kerry Way — Stages 3–4: Glencar to Cahersiveen is known for

Stages 3–4 of Kerry Way is an official 44.6 km point-to-point section from Glencar trail stile (OSM node 11092883023) to Cahersiveen trail node (OSM node 2369739696).

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Kerry Way — Stages 3–4: Glencar to Cahersiveen on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 184 ft to 3,530 ft over 26.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 9.0 mi · 34%
  • Downhill 11.6 mi · 44%
  • Flat 5.9 mi · 22%

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 3–4: Glencar to Cahersiveen?

15 / 100

On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Kerry Way — Stages 3–4: Glencar to Cahersiveen scores 15/100, 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 3–4: Glencar to Cahersiveen take?

Most backpackers hike the Kerry Way — Stages 3–4: Glencar to Cahersiveen in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 26.7 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Kerry Way — Stages 3–4: Glencar to Cahersiveen?

The Kerry Way — Stages 3–4: Glencar to Cahersiveen climbs roughly 3,458 ft total — about 130 ft per mile, topping out near 1,089 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.

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