Caves of Kesh
We holidayed in Sligo within the Summer time of 2021 and after a little bit of analysis, we discovered that the
Caves of Kesh are a few of Sligo’s best-kept vacationer attraction secrets and techniques. The caves of Kesh had been probably the greatest highlights of our Sligo vacation, we liked them.
Kesh Caves Key info
- Size- 1.2km complete (600m to caves)
- Location- New automotive park right here
- Entry- Good entry
- Path- Very steep in a single part
- Signage- Sure, straightforward path to comply with
- Score- 8/10 (We liked this)
- Little one pleasant? – Sure however care is required
- Map- Beneath
Caves of Kesh Hike
We began the hike by going via the steel gate beside the automotive park. We then walked via a flat meadowy discipline till we met an indication turning us left and throughout a timber sty.
The stroll continues under the bottom of the mountain till it turns up sharp and really steeply towards the summit. The steep part could be very quick.
Path Slope
Be warned, one part is extraordinarily steep and has a really slippy gravel floor. We advise bringing some good mountain climbing boots and strolling sticks because the footpath is extraordinarily steep for a brief part (100m). Midway up the steep part, there’s a chair for a break. After the steep part, it ranges off in a short time and also you get spectacular views throughout Sligo.
Recommendation for mountain climbing with Children
Should you plan to convey children on this hike, be warned there’s a very sharp edge to the highest part of the path. We advise bringing straps (reins) for teenagers between 3-5, simply to be on the protected facet. Attempt to maintain youthful children of their mountain climbing luggage for this part. This part with steep edges isn’t lengthy, it’s solely about 150 meters.
Inside Caves of Kesh Sligo
Once we reached the caves, we had been amazed on the excellent views and the spectacular sundown that we had been greeted with. We had been actually fortunate with our timing after we visited. The children liked exploring and had been completely amazed on the measurement of them. It was nice enjoyable and one of many highlights of our Sligo vacation.
The place are the caves of Kesh situated?
Caves of Keash Parking
Beneath is a map of the beginning level to stroll the Kesh caves and the placement of the brand new automotive park. The brand new automotive park can cater for 20+ vehicles. Once we visited, the brand new automotive park was being constructed.
Map of Kesh Caves
How lengthy does it take to stroll the caves of Keash?
The stroll to the Sligo caves could be very quick. We had very younger walkers after we hiked to the caves. We hiked to the summit and again to the automotive in 40 minutes. This was with 3 children starting from, 3 months, 2,5 years, and 4-year-old. The children liked it however they did discover it very steep and slippy coming down.
