Enjoy a walk up Knockomagh Hill, overlooking Lough Hyne Marine Nature Reserve. Follow the nature trail to the top and experience one of the most beautiful views in West Cork.

Knockomagh Hill is 197m high and the walk takes about an hour, depending on your level of fitness. The view of Lough Hyne lake from the top, and the surrounding countryside, makes the climb well worthwhile.

Download the trail leaflet HERE

Learn about Lough Hyne, Ireland’s first Marine Nature Reserve and unique salt-water lake, at Skibbereen Heritage Centre’s exhibition.
Find out about the history, folklore and formation of this renowned natural phenomenon before you take a walk at Lough Hyne (5km from Skibbereen Heritage Centre).

An illustrated book covering man’s interaction with Lough Hyne over 4,000 years.

A pictorial history of the long history of marine research at Lough Hyne.