This is the fourth of a series of 8 caches on and occassionally off the Ballycuggaran loop. Many people visit the Two Mile Gate picnic area without realising that a great forest trail with some amazing views is nearby.
This cache is at on the official red loop and is at about 250m where the walk levels off after the climb. If you are coming from Ballycuggaran Three – Crag Hiill See Saw (GC4ER5B) come via the White Arrow waypoint.
If only visiting this cache park at the parking area and follow the red arrow signs, it will take about 40 minutes.
There are nice views here of the Annicarriga valley as well as of the lake
The loop walk is part of the network of Shannon Region Loop Walks and is marked using the standard red Shannon Region Trails directional arrows. The trail is marked in both directions.
Tips: Directions to Trailhead
Start from the village of Killaloe which is on the R463 from Limerick City and continue on the R463 in the direction of Ogonnelloe and Scarriff. After approximately 4km the trailhead is located on your left at Rinnaman Point (Two-mile Gate). This is a very spacious and popular lakeside public amenity area on the shores of Lough Derg located near the University of Limerick watersports and adventure centre and is signposted from Killaloe.
The Two-mile Gate amenity area is a renowned beauty spot which provides one of Lough Derg's two Blue Flag Beaches. As well as being a safe bathing area, it is a popular location for wind-surfing and sailing. This is a lovely area for a picnic and also provides pleasant family-friendly walks around Rinnaman Point
Services: Killaloe, Co. Clare (4km)
Time: 1hr 30mins - 2 hrs for the red loop, 3 hrs if all caches are visited
Terrain: Mix of minor roadways, laneways, forestry roads and tracks
To Suit: Medium level of fitness
Minimum Gear: Sturdy walking boots, waterproofs, rucksack, fluid, snacks and mobile phone.