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Leitrim Way

56km of scenic walking trail through County Leitrim, Ireland. Connecting communities and showcasing the natural beauty of the region.

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🌍 Location: County Leitrim, Ireland

📏 Distance: 56km Walking Trail

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Interactive Maps

Explore the Leitrim Way with detailed trail maps and GPS data

Full Trail Overview

Explore the complete 56km route with interactive map controls. Zoom in to see trail details, villages, and points of interest along the way.

This interactive map displays 4 sections of the Leitrim Way: Leitrim Village, Drumshanbo, Ballinagleragh, Dowra. It also shows 4 points of interest along the route.

Trail Sections

Leitrim Village to Drumshanbo

Distance: 15km

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

Location:View on Google Maps

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Drumshanbo to Ballinagleragh

Distance: 15km

Difficulty: Moderate

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Ballinagleragh to Dowra

Distance: 14km

Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging

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Complete Leitrim Way

Distance: 56km total

Difficulty: Varies

Location:View on Google Maps

Download Trail Maps

Download official PDF maps for the Leitrim Way, and view the trail online. GPX tracks may be available from third-party providers.

📄Official PDF Maps (Sport Ireland Outdoors)

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Map 1: Manorhamilton to Doo Lough

PDF • Sport Ireland Outdoors

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Map 2: Doo Lough to Dowra

PDF • Sport Ireland Outdoors

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Map 3: Dowra to Cornamucklagh

PDF • Sport Ireland Outdoors

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Map 4: Cornamucklagh to Drumshanbo

PDF • Sport Ireland Outdoors

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Map 5: Drumshanbo to Leitrim

PDF • Sport Ireland Outdoors

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Source: Sport Ireland Outdoors

🗺️Section PDFs (Leitrim Tourism)

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Leitrim Village → Drumshanbo

Section PDF • Leitrim Tourism

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Drumshanbo → Cornamuckla

Section PDF • Leitrim Tourism

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Cornamuckla → Dowra

Section PDF • Leitrim Tourism

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Leitrim Walking Brochure

PDF • Leitrim Tourism

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Source: Leitrim Tourism

🌐Interactive Online Map

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Hiiker Online Map

Interactive online map • Hiiker

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📍GPS Track (Third-Party)

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Leitrim Way - Full Route

Complete 56km trail • GPX track

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Stage 1: Dowra to Manorhamilton

Section 1 • GPX track

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Stage 2: Ballinagleragh to Dowra

Section 2 • GPX track

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Stage 3: Drumshanbo to Ballinagleragh

Section 3 • GPX track

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Stage 4: Leitrim Village to Drumshanbo

Section 4 • GPX track

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GPX File (Third-party)

GPS track • GPS-Routes.co.uk

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⚠️ Third-party link; route accuracy/availability not guaranteed.

📱How to Use PDFs Offline

  1. Download PDFs to your phone: Tap "Open PDF" and save to Files app (iOS) or Downloads (Android)
  2. Print before you go: Print maps at home for a reliable backup
  3. Use offline PDF reader: PDFs work without internet connection once downloaded
  4. Combine with GPS: Use PDFs alongside GPS apps for best navigation
  5. Waterproof protection: Keep printed maps in a waterproof case or ziplock bag

🧭How to Use GPX Files

  1. Download the GPX file: Save to your device
  2. Import to GPS app: Use apps like Komoot, AllTrails, Gaia GPS, or OSMAnd
  3. Download offline maps: Ensure your GPS app has offline maps for the area (mobile signal can be limited)
  4. Follow the route: Use your smartphone or dedicated GPS device
  5. Carry backup navigation: Always bring paper maps and compass

Navigation Tips

🧭 Trail Markings

  • • Yellow arrows: Main Leitrim Way route
  • • Waymarkers: White posts with yellow arrows
  • • Beara-Breifne markers: Additional signage on shared sections
  • • Distance markers: Posted at key junctions

📍 Using GPS

  • • Always carry a backup: paper maps and compass
  • • Download offline maps before departure
  • • Keep your device charged (bring power bank)
  • • GPS can be unreliable in deep valleys

🗺️ Paper Maps

  • • Ordnance Survey Discovery Series 26 & 33
  • • Available at local tourist offices
  • • Scale: 1:50,000 recommended
  • • Waterproof map case highly recommended

⚠️ Safety Notes

  • • Tell someone your route and expected return
  • • Check trail conditions before setting out
  • • Don't rely solely on GPS or mobile phones
  • • Know how to use a map and compass

External Mapping Services

View the Leitrim Way on these popular mapping platforms:

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