Walking in Oughterard. Oughterard is an area of great scenic beauty, with rolling hills, rivers and lakes. The town is situated on the banks of the Owenriff River, close to the shores of Lough Corrib. Known as the 'The Gateway to Connemara'. Walking in and around Oughterard is fantastic and there is natural terrain to suit all levels. Stroll at your leisure and take in the natural beauty of the village and immediate area or take the challenge of the testing mapped trails in Connemara.

Our community has an energetic walking club - "Corrib Ramblers" -who have a great reputation of welcoming the novice or experienced walking enthusiast and are delighted to show the visitor the magic that is found in our local environs.

The "Corrib Ramblers" which have been in existence now for some years enjoy walking in the vicinity of the village, in the Connemara region and some of the islands like The Aran Islands, Inisboffin, Clare Island and the Burren in County Clare.

Members assemble every Sunday throughout the year at 10.30am at the Oughterard Car Park. A list of more challenging walks is also prepared in advance and these walks take place on every alternate week.

The Western Way, one of the National long distance walks starts in Oughterard. Making the town the perfect base to enjoy the treasures of the West. The many and diverse walks all at many different ability levels means you can enjoy a new walking route every day.