See & Do
Here are some weather-proof ways to enjoy your time in the locality…
Horse Back West
Horse Back West are located at Kinnadoohey just 5 minutes from us, offering lessons and trekking to all ages and levels of ability. Discover The White Strand, The Lost Valley, Gowlan Church or even stop by us for a coffee in the saddle. Yeehaw!
HBW are running several Pony Camps and Horse-Riding Holidays including full accommodation & ride-outs this summer. Head over to their page for details & dates.
+353 (0) 876104306 horsebackwest@gmail.com @horsebackwest
Big Style Atlantic Lodge
Big Style Atlantic Lodge is adjoined to P. Dan’s Bar, Killadoon, offering fantastic adventure weekends full of Surfing, SUPing, swimming, hiking & many more activities. There’s also full board and a delicious menu put together each week by their in-house chef… plus the use of their newly developed sauna that’s carved into the slope of the land, overlooking the breathtaking views of Cross Lake, Clare Island, Inis Turk, Achill and all the local beaches. It’s just a must.
Big Style Surf School also provide surf lessons & rentals at Cross Beach and you have the option to Surf & Sauna
www.bigstyle.ie @bigstyle.ie & @bigstylesurf
P. Dan’s Ocean Lodge Hotel
P. Dan’s is also known as the Ocean Lodge Hotel and is sown into Killadoon Hill alongside Big Style Atlantic Lodge. They’re open for food & drinks all summer & it’s the only spot for the perfect pint of Guinness overlooking spectacular scenery of the islands and the local strands and maybe catch a Mayo match.
+353 (98) 68605 p.dans2019@gmail.com @p.dans2019
Killeen Beach Lodge
Killeen Beach Lodge is a warm & homely escape run by T.J. & Olivia, right behind the trailer at Killeen crossroads. It is centrally located and a short walk to Cross Beach. It’s a chilled-out spot where small and large groups can book accommodation with full catering facilities, make use of their surfboards and soak in the surrounds of the area.
+353 (0) 87 8079356 oliviacathkitterick@gmail.com
https://killeen-beach-lodge.business.site
https://killeen-beach-lodge.business.site
Clew Bay Archaeological Trail
Clew Bay Archaeological Trail is a popular trail for holiday makers and travelers to experience a sense of the ancient Celtic times and how the natives once lived. There are over 700 archaeological monuments in the general area. The standing stones at Killeen and at Cross (1km away) are always a talking point over the counter at Melody’s & reveal a sense of depth, history, and local heritage that more and more are discovering. There are many more local points of interest, and this trail is highly recommended by us.
Killeen Beach Loop Walk
Locals & non-locals love to walk, run or cycle the 7.2km loop of Killeen that takes in some of the finest beaches, finished off with a coffee & a Snickers, the perfect kickstart to a Saturday. Follow the signs to complete the loop. Linked below.
Clapper Bridge
Clapper Bridge is a hidden gem, just 500m from Killeen crossraods. Turn right at Killeen and right at the next crossroads to find it. Recently featured on RTE news, it is an 1840’s footbridge that is a piece of functional stonework, some might say artwork, that passes over Carrowniskey river and up a seclusive laneway. You can link it in while on the Killeen Loop Walk!
Gowlaun Church
An unusual feature of this 1800’s church, is the Holy Water front at the entrance never dries up. According to folklore, the MacNamara’s of Bunlough (Devlin North) built the church. The steeple is also unusual because it is 10.7m high and it is noted that the stones at the bottom are the same weight as those at the top, giving a uniform balance to the walls which was not a typical build at that time. Link to location & more info here:
The Lost Valley
The Lost Valley is voted Tripadvisor’s Traveler’s Choice 2020 and 2021 at #1 of 289 Sights and Landmarks in Western Ireland. It is located at the end of the main road from Louisburgh and is a guided historical tour of what is now the Bourke family farm in Uggool, beside Silver Strand. The tour is an absolute must, providing an educational step back in time, exploring the lost famine village, the history of the area and the farm, displays of the traditions still ongoing today such as working sheepdog demonstrations, potato-farming and working the land.
Booking is essential. +353 (0) 85 1139977 thelostvalley.ie
Silver Strand Beach
Cross Beach is a beautiful flatland beach where the wildlife, the water and the land are in conversation. Cross has some notable geographical features such as the lake and adjoining estuary called the Struthair (shruffer). It’s paradise for an early morning walk and a dip and views of what the locals call The Reek (Croagh Patrick). Turn right at Killeen crossroads to visit.
The White Strand
The White Strand is found at Thallawbawn or Talamh Ban in Irish – talamh meaning ground and ban meaning white. It is a very long, beautiful strand that has a mystical air about it and some unusual features you won’t find anywhere else. It is 6km from Killeen.
You will cross a channel to enter the beach, keep an eye on the tide to make sure you are ok to return! You will also find the remains of an old graveyard out on the beach, that was dug into the nearby headland, but over time has been washed out toward sea due to tidal flooding and storms. Keep going and you will see the stern of a Spanish Armada shipwreck, lodged deep in the sand by the tide, a memorable landmark to snap a photo.Mweelrea Mountain
Mweelrea Mountain is the highest peak in Connaught at 814m. Mweelrea (Mweel-rah) is quite the hike at 11-12km of varied terrain and has become increasingly popular post-pandemic as a hiking day out, with scenery of Connemara and the entire locality. The starting point is before Silver Strand, along the main road.
Please check the weather forecast before commencing the climb, it is also recommended to hire a mountain guide, to go with an experienced climber or to make use of a navigation app to stay safe.
The Lost Valley
The Lost Valley is voted Tripadvisor’s Traveler’s Choice 2020 and 2021 at #1 of 289 Sights and Landmarks in Western Ireland. It is located at the end of the main road from Louisburgh and is a guided historical tour of what is now the Bourke family farm in Uggool, beside Silver Strand. The tour is an absolute must, providing an educational step back in time, exploring the lost famine village, the history of the area and the farm, displays of the traditions still ongoing today such as working sheepdog demonstrations, potato-farming and working the land.
Booking is essential. +353 (0) 85 1139977 thelostvalley.ie
Silver Strand Beach
Cross Beach is a beautiful flatland beach where the wildlife, the water and the land are in conversation. Cross has some notable geographical features such as the lake and adjoining estuary called the Struthair (shruffer). It’s paradise for an early morning walk and a dip and views of what the locals call The Reek (Croagh Patrick). Turn right at Killeen crossroads to visit.
Gowlaun Church
An unusual feature of this 1800’s church, is the Holy Water front at the entrance never dries up. According to folklore, the MacNamara’s of Bunlough (Devlin North) built the church. The steeple is also unusual because it is 10.7m high and it is noted that the stones at the bottom are the same weight as those at the top, giving a uniform balance to the walls which was not a typical build at that time. Link to location & more info here:
Clapper Bridge
Clapper Bridge is a hidden gem, just 500m from Killeen crossraods. Turn right at Killeen and right at the next crossroads to find it. Recently featured on RTE news, it is an 1840’s footbridge that is a piece of functional stonework, some might say artwork, that passes over Carrowniskey river and up a seclusive laneway. You can link it in while on the Killeen Loop Walk!
Here are some weather-proof ways to enjoy your time in the locality…
Horse Back West are located at Kinnadoohey, 5 mins from us, offering lessons and trekking to all ages and levels of ability. The White Strand, The Lost Valley, Gowlan Churcn & not to mention any number of sandy beaches or even stop by us for a coffee in the saddle. Yeehaw! HBW are running several Pony Camps and Horse-Riding Holidays including full accommodation&ride-outs this summer. Don’t miss out!
For Bookings& Enquiries:+353 (0) 876104306 @horsebackwest
Big Style Atlantic Lodge
Big Style Atlantic Lodge is adjoined to P. Dan’s Bar, Killadoon, offering fantastic adventure weekends full of Surfing, SUPing, swimming, hiking & many more activities. There’s also full board and a delicious menu put together each week by their in-house chef… plus the use of their newly developed sauna that’s carved into the slope of the land, overlooking the breathtaking views of Cross Lake, Clare Island, Inis Turk, Achill and all the local beaches. It’s just a must.
@bigstyle.ie & @bigstylesurf
Ocean Lodge Hotel
P. Dan’s
is also known as the Ocean Lodge Hotel and is sown into Killadoon Hill alongside Big Style Atlantic Lodge. They’re open for food & drinks all summer & it’s the only spot for the perfect pint of Guinness overlooking spectacular scenery of the islands and the local strands and maybe catch a Mayo match.
+353 (98) 68605 @p.dans2019
Killeen Beach Lodge
Killeen Beach Lodge is a warm & homely escape run by T.J. & Olivia, right behind the trailer at Killeen crossroads. It is centrally located and a short walk to Cross Beach. It’s a chilled-out spot where small and large groups can book accommodation with full catering facilities, make use of their surfboards and soak in the surrounds of the area.
+353 (0) 87 8079356
Clew Bay Archaeological Trail
Clew Bay Archaeological Trail is a popular trail for holiday makers and travelers to experience a sense of the ancient Celtic times and how the natives once lived. There are over 700 archaeological monuments in the general area. The standing stones at Killeen and at Cross (1km away) are always a talking point over the counter at Melody’s & reveal a sense of depth, history, and local heritage that more and more are discovering. There are many more local points of interest, and this trail is highly recommended by us.
Killeen Beach Loop Walk
Locals & non-locals love to walk, run or cycle the 7.2km loop of Killeen that takes in some of the finest beaches, finished off with a coffee & a Snickers, the perfect kickstart to a Saturday. Follow the signs to complete the loop. Linked below.