Wild Nephin
Wild Nephin is a remote national park in northwest Ireland, known for rugged mountain Nephin Beg*, *Nephin and surrounding peat bogs and lochs. Visit for hiking, wildlife and an off-the-beaten-path experience.
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Geography
| Continent | Europe |
|---|---|
| Region | Atlantic |
| Subregion | Northern Europe |
| Country | Ireland |
| State | County Mayo |
| County | County Mayo |
| Timezone | EuropeDublin |
| Latitude | 55.116 |
| Longitude | -9.083 |
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7:58 PM LOCAL TIMEWild Nephin is a largely undeveloped national park in County Mayo, Ireland, where wilderness overcomes visitor infrastructure. Core peaks like Nephin and Nephin Beg rise around 800m and are linked by extensive trail networks, but the park preserves a patchwork of peatlands, sedge, and wet-lime lakes that date to the last Ice Age. The park’s remoteness—few roads lead into the core areas—means visitors should be prepared for long hikes, variable weather and minimal signage. Nearby attractions include the historic and cultural sites of County Mayo—such as Ballina, Westport and Lough Corrib—making Wild Nephin a destination for backcountry walking, birdwatching merlin*, *golden plover and quiet camping.
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