• Difficulty: Moderate
• Distance: 58 miles (93 km)
• Duration: five to seven days
• Start and End point: Bantry, County Cork

The Sheep's Head Way is a moderate difficulty circular route approximately 93 km long and typically takes about six days to complete. It starts and ends in the market town of Bantry, and heads right out to Sheep’s Head Lighthouse at the tip of the Muntervary Peninsula.

Traversing a range of landscapes from heather moors and quiet roads to forest paths, the route allows walkers to explore the peninsula. Dolphins and whales have been spotted in the area and with coastal views throughout—you could be in luck!

With St. Finbarr’s Pilgrim Path starting from the village of Drimoleague, the area is rich in history and heritage with several interesting sites along the trail. These include Ahakista Stone Circle and Gougane Barra; a small church perched beside a lake and an old copper mine.

The Sheep's Head Way is a relatively less-crowded route, ideal for those looking for a quieter hiking experience. The best time to hike is from April to October for milder weather.