The charming seaside village of Mulranny straddles a pair of picturesque bays. It’s perched on a narrow isthmus and fringed by golden-sand beaches and rugged mountains. The village is a popular stop on the Wild Atlantic Way, a 2,600-kilometre-long stretch of coast famous for dramatic scenery, ancient landmarks and chocolate-box villages.
Things to do in Mulrany
Pristine Mulranny Beach has Blue Flag status and is one of the most beautiful in Ireland. Stroll along the champagne-coloured sand and enjoy sweeping views over Clew Bay and Clare Island. Lifeguards patrol the beach in the summer when the beach is dotted with colourful towels and umbrellas.
From scenic coastal walks to challenging mountain trails, Mulranny is a launchpad to one of the top walking regions in Ireland. Explore local trails or use Mulranny as a base to hike in the rugged Nephin Mountains. You’ll find some of the best waymarked walks in Ballycroy National Park. Trails wind through more than 11,000 hectares of blanket bog, peatland and alpine heath habitats. Look for otters splashing in the waterways.
Ride the passenger ferry to Clare Island, a former stronghold of a pirate queen. Ferries depart from Cloughmore Pier on Achill Island and sail across Clew Bay to the famous island. Spot seabirds nesting on the rocky coastal cliffs and climb 462-metre Knockmore, the tallest peak on the island. Beaches on the southeast side of the island command spectacular views of Croagh Patrick, one of the most iconic mountains in Ireland.
Getting around Mulrany
Mulranny is compact and easy to get around on foot. The village is in County Mayo, a 1.5-hour drive from Galway and 3.5 hours from Dublin. Rental cars offer the freedom to visit Mulranny and explore the Wild Atlantic Way at your own pace. Trains run between Dublin and Westport in four hours. From here, it’s a 30-minute drive to Mulranny.