Kerry Way — Stages 5–6: Cahersiveen to Caherdaniel landscape

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Kerry Way — Stages 5–6: Cahersiveen to Caherdaniel

~2 days · 26.4 mi · moderate · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance26.4 mi
Days out2
Elevation gain3,999 ft
Gain / mile151 ft
High point1,181 ft
Difficulty index17/100

What the Kerry Way — Stages 5–6: Cahersiveen to Caherdaniel is known for

Stages 5–6 of Kerry Way is an official 44.1 km point-to-point section from Cahersiveen trail node (OSM node 2369739696) to Caherdaniel trail node (OSM node 291103750).

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Kerry Way — Stages 5–6: Cahersiveen to Caherdaniel on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 75 ft to 3,855 ft over 26.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 12.0 mi · 46%
  • Downhill 10.5 mi · 40%
  • Flat 3.7 mi · 14%

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 5–6: Cahersiveen to Caherdaniel?

17 / 100

On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Kerry Way — Stages 5–6: Cahersiveen to Caherdaniel scores 17/100, 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 5–6: Cahersiveen to Caherdaniel take?

Most backpackers hike the Kerry Way — Stages 5–6: Cahersiveen to Caherdaniel in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 26.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Kerry Way — Stages 5–6: Cahersiveen to Caherdaniel?

The Kerry Way — Stages 5–6: Cahersiveen to Caherdaniel climbs roughly 3,999 ft total — about 151 ft per mile, topping out near 1,181 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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