{"id":9608,"date":"2014-06-27T15:56:53","date_gmt":"2014-06-27T19:56:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/?p=9608"},"modified":"2018-03-06T23:31:14","modified_gmt":"2018-03-07T04:31:14","slug":"loop-head-peninsula-great-sites-sans-crowds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/loop-head-peninsula-great-sites-sans-crowds\/","title":{"rendered":"Loop Head Peninsula – great sites sans crowds"},"content":{"rendered":"

If there is poor relative of the Cliffs of Moher<\/a>, it\u2019s the Loop Head Peninsula. Just slightly further south along the Wild Atlantic Way<\/a>, the Loop Head Peninsula<\/a> has its own soaring sea cliffs, coastal walks, fascinating geology, beautiful lighthouse, historic battle towers, a blue flag beach<\/a>\u2026and less crowds.<\/p>\n

So whether it was lack of PR or maybe the luck of the draw, it\u2019s nowhere near as well-known as its big brother\u2026but that can work to your advantage.\u00a0 No big buses with dozens disembarking at every photo opportunity.\u00a0 It also means you can go in to the corner deli, grab a great sub sandwich and only wait in line with the locals. Priceless.<\/p>\n

\"Ireland-4421\"<\/a><\/p>\n

As I drove down N67 from Doolin<\/a>, just after passing the Trump International Golf Links and Hotel entrance with the three flags, I took a right turn on the next road with the Wild Atlantic Way sign pointing to Doughmore Bay. You parallel the Creegh River as it flows to the sea and end up right at the main Trump facility \u2013 the beautiful Doughmore House (without using their driveway or valets).\u00a0 There\u2019s a small public parking lot there where you can leave your vehicle and set out to explore the mouth of the river and the beautiful beach.<\/p>\n

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It\u2019s interesting to see how the river goes from a lush green wrapped body of water inland to a rocky place as it filters into the Atlantic.\u00a0 The beach to its right seems to go on forever and people were kayaking and surfing the day I was there.<\/p>\n

\"Beach<\/a><\/p>\n

Just past the Doughmore Bay area is the City of Kilkee<\/a> with its blue flag beach<\/a>. The beach gained popularity in the 19th<\/sup> century and is now encircled\u00a0with both old and new, colorful residences. This kilometer long beach is protected by Duggerna Reef some distance offshore, making it one of the most safe in County Clare. I debated making a quick change in my Bunk Camper<\/a> and going surfing, but I opted to keep pressing on. (It may have had something to do with not having a surf board\u2026or not knowing how to surf. \u00a0Hmmm. )<\/p>\n

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Being the biggest town on Loop\u2019s Head, Kilkee is a perfect place to grab a bite to eat, and I\u2019d recommend Nolan\u2019s Deli at 49 O\u2019Curry Street<\/a>.\u00a0 It\u2019s carryout only, but for eating in the camper<\/a> or to save until you get to the lighthouse, they\u2019ve got an extensive list of made-to-order sandwiches and salads.<\/p>\n

\"Ireland-4461\"<\/a><\/p>\n

With sandwich in hand, I was off to Kilbaha<\/a> \u2013 overlooking the mouth of the Shannon River.\u00a0 With some of the most fascinating rock and vegetation formations, the shores were layer after layer of color as the ground wound its way down to the river.<\/p>\n

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One thing I missed while in Kilbaha was the \u201cLittle Ark,\u201d a moveable church on wheels that used to be hauled down to the beach at low tide, back in the days when the landowners wouldn\u2019t allow the Roman Catholic Church to purchase property.\u00a0 It\u2019s a fascinating story you can read here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Little Ark photo from www.LoopHead.ie<\/p><\/div>\n

End of the road if you will, is the Loop Head Lighthouse<\/a>.\u00a0 The lighthouse you\u2019ll see was built in 1854, but there\u2019s been a lighthouse here since 1670.\u00a0 Back then, a fire was built on the roof of a single-story cottage (which is part of the display on the lighthouse grounds.)<\/p>\n

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Open generally from April through August (and sometimes in September) you can tour the lighthouse and climb to a lookout platform for great views of the Shannon on one side and the Atlantic on the other.\u00a0 The tower is 23 meters tall and was automated in 1991 and can be seen for up to 23 miles. Admission is charged to enter the grounds.<\/p>\n

Outside the walled Lighthouse, the parking opens onto a spacious grass filled area where people were picnicking, frisbeeing and enjoying the wild flowers in the field. A short walk to the north and you\u2019ll be peering down at sea cliffs to rival those at Moher.\u00a0 No guard rails here folks, so get as close as you dare.<\/p>\n

\"Wildflowers<\/a>

Wildflowers grow right on the edges of the cliffs<\/p><\/div>\n

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Constantly swooping and diving, there are dozens of seabirds that make this their home. Find the right vantage points along the cliffs and you\u2019ll discover little secret beaches that can only be reached from the sea. A large seal seemed to be enjoying one the day I was there.<\/p>\n

\"Ireland-4522\"<\/a><\/p>\n

The cliffs are a great place to spread out a blanket and enjoy that Nolan\u2019s Deli sandwich. Just make sure the birds don\u2019t fly off with it.<\/p>\n

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Heading back, you might want to make a detour off the main road to check out Carrigaholt Castle<\/a>.\u00a0 Its not open to the public but it\u2019s very photogenic.<\/p>\n

If you are continuing down the Wild Atlantic Way, you\u2019ll want to then head to Killmer on your way back, where you\u2019ll catch the Shannon Ferry from Killmer to Tarbert<\/a>.\u00a0 It\u2019s just a short trip, but it was time enough for me to grab a cold one in my Bunk Camper<\/a> and download the photos from earlier in the day.<\/p>\n

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From the ferry, we are headed to Tralee and then on to the Ring of Kerry. Follow along in our next article.<\/p>\n

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Click here for the index of all Wild Atlantic Way articles in this series<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Previous article in the Wild Atlantic Way series: Aran Islands<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Next article in the Wild Atlantic Way series:\u00a0 Ring of Kerry<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Why travel the Wild Atlantic Way? [Infographic]<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Articles about my Ireland Bunk Camper Adventure: <\/strong><\/p>\n

Bunk Campers enable you to travel independently in Ireland<\/a><\/p>\n

Killarney \u2014 a gem of a National\u00a0Park<\/a><\/p>\n

The Ring of Kerry tour done the right way<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0Loop Head Peninsula – great sites sans crowds<\/a><\/p>\n

Doolin, Ireland for caves, castles and coastal walks<\/a><\/p>\n

Cliffs of Moher \u2013 one of the most visited sites in Ireland<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

The Secrets of Ireland\u2019s Wild Irish Way<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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If there is poor relative of the Cliffs of Moher, it\u2019s the Loop Head Peninsula. Just slightly further south along the Wild Atlantic Way, the Loop Head Peninsula has its own soaring sea cliffs, coastal walks, fascinating geology, beautiful lighthouse, historic battle towers, a blue flag beach\u2026and less crowds. So whether it was lack of PR or maybe the luck of the draw, it\u2019s nowhere near as well-known as its big brother\u2026but that can work to your advantage.\u00a0 No big buses with dozens disembarking at every photo opportunity.\u00a0 It also means you can go in to the corner deli, grab…<\/p>\n","category_list_v2":"Travel<\/a>","author_info_v2":{"name":"Doug","url":"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/author\/admindoug\/"},"comments_num_v2":"0 comments","author_meta":{"display_name":"Doug","author_link":"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/author\/admindoug\/"},"featured_img":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Ireland-4562.jpg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1","featured_image_src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Ireland-4562.jpg?resize=600%2C400&ssl=1","featured_image_src_square":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Ireland-4562.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1","author_info":{"display_name":"Doug","author_link":"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/author\/admindoug\/"},"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Ireland-4562.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1","coauthors":[],"tax_additional":{"categories":{"linked":["Travel<\/a>"],"unlinked":["Travel<\/span>"]},"tags":{"linked":["blue flag beach<\/a>","County Clare<\/a>","Ireland<\/a>","Kilbaha<\/a>","Kilkee<\/a>","Lighthouse<\/a>","Loop Head<\/a>","RV<\/a>","RV Life<\/a>","RVing<\/a>","Wild Atlantic Way<\/a>"],"unlinked":["blue flag beach<\/span>","County Clare<\/span>","Ireland<\/span>","Kilbaha<\/span>","Kilkee<\/span>","Lighthouse<\/span>","Loop Head<\/span>","RV<\/span>","RV Life<\/span>","RVing<\/span>","Wild Atlantic Way<\/span>"]}},"comment_count":0,"relative_dates":{"created":"Posted 12 years ago","modified":"Updated 8 years ago"},"absolute_dates":{"created":"Posted on June 27, 2014","modified":"Updated on March 6, 2018"},"absolute_dates_time":{"created":"Posted on June 27, 2014 3:56 pm","modified":"Updated on March 6, 2018 11:31 pm"},"featured_img_caption":"","series_order":"","jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p21Ejy-2uY","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":9489,"url":"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/secrets-irelands-wild-atlantic-way\/","url_meta":{"origin":9608,"position":0},"title":"The Secrets of Ireland\u2019s Wild Atlantic Way","author":"Doug","date":"June 23, 2014","format":false,"excerpt":"By Doug Bardwell If you have ever dreamed of a \u2018big\u2019 adventure, but never followed through on it, now may be the time to make it happen. 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Rugged beauty \u2013 yes. Crazy caves \u2013 check. Quaint little cottages \u2013 yep. 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