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Black Valley, Killarney

4.8
#7 of 12 in Nature in Killarney
Valley · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
It is situated beneath Irelands highest mountain range, the Macgillycuddy Reeks.

It has the Killarney National Park reaching in to it on one side, and Glencar on the far side.



It can be found on the route between the Gap of Dunloe and Molls Gap. Once found it is not be easily lost from the memory or the soul.
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  • By Susan M
    We drove through the Black Valley from Kenmare to Killarney, It is an absolutely spectacular drive (on a dry and bright day) road very narrow and twisty The water falls and streams for rock-hopping....  more »
  • By marytriller
    Shades of green everywhere you look and beautiful open spaces. Want to get off the grid? Here is the place to do it as nature will not disappoint.  more »
  • By HowlnBubba
    This is a valley at the southern end of the MacGillycuddy's Reeks, Irelands highest mountain range. Not only is the scenery great, but there is history here. Due to the remoteness of the valley, it...  more »
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