County Mayo

Coastlines, Mountains, Islands, and Historic Routes

From the Atlantic coastline of Clew Bay to the mountains of Croagh Patrick and the remote landscapes of north Mayo, County Mayo contains a diverse network of routes, landscapes, and places shaped by geology, weather, and centuries of history. Trails such as the Western Way, Bangor Trail, and sections of the Wild Atlantic Way reveal many of these environments, while landscapes including Wild Nephin National Park, Croagh Patrick, Clew Bay, and Achill Island showcase some of Ireland's most distinctive natural environments.

Long-distance routes pass through mountain terrain, coastal landscapes, woodland, river valleys, lakeshores, farmland, and historic settlements, linking places that have shaped the character of County Mayo for generations. Together, these routes and landscapes reveal the character of the county while providing opportunities to explore at a slower pace through self-guided travel and independent exploration.