Governor’s Rock Ross Island Loop Walk
2.1 miles (3.3 km)
This loop walk takes you to Governor’s Rock on Ross Island.
You can start the walk from Ross Castle and follows a waterside path along Lough Leane to the viewpoint. From here you can see across Lough Leane towards the Purple and Tomies Mountains, the MacGillycuddy Reeks, and towards Muckross Lake via Brickeen Bridge. There are also a number of ancient copper mines in this interesting area.
On the walk look out for wildlife including otters or white-tailed eagles.
You can extend the walk by exploring the lovely grounds of the 15th century Ross Castle or head to Tomies Wood where there's a fine waterfall to see.