Clare · Ireland
Cliffs of Moher Coastal Walk
The 20km coastal path from Doolin to Liscannor along the top of the Cliffs of Moher — one of the world's great cliff walks.
Updated August 23, 2026
Better than the Visitor Centre viewpoint by a factor of ten. You see the cliffs from all angles, pass sea stacks + the Puffins Point sea arch, and end in Liscannor in a proper pub. Buses back to Doolin.
Best months: April-October (windy in winter)
Trailhead / base town: Doolin
Nearest airport: SNN
Waymarked: Yes — signposted route
Waypoint map — 5 points
Topographic base map + trail polyline. Click each waypoint for the trail-note.
Elevation profile
Estimated — download the GPX for definitive elevation data on device.
320m
Peak gain
Profile is an approximation from the trail's published ascent metres + typical mountain-profile shape. Real per-metre elevation available in the GPX download opened on Garmin, Gaia, Komoot, or Apple Watch.
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Trail waypoints in order
- 1
Doolin Pier (Start)
- 2
Ballyryan
- 3
Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre
Highest cliff point — 214m
- 4
Hag's Head
- 5
Liscannor (Finish)
Getting out of Doolin (SNN)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
Our pickDriver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.
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How long does the Cliffs of Moher Coastal Walk take to complete?
5-6 hours (day walk) for the full 20km (400m total ascent). Difficulty grade: moderate.
Is the Cliffs of Moher Coastal Walk waymarked?
Yes — waymarked with yellow arrow + walking-man signs at every junction. You do not need a topo map to complete it, but bring one anyway for weather-diversion decisions.
When is the best time of year for the Cliffs of Moher Coastal Walk?
April-October (windy in winter). Outside these months conditions can turn technical (mud, mist, short daylight) and the value-per-effort drops sharply.
Where should I base myself for the Cliffs of Moher Coastal Walk?
Doolin — the trailhead is here and it's the natural place to sleep before + after. Fly into SNN, pre-book airport transfer, and pick a base hotel with parking if you're doing multiple sections.
Do I need a permit for the Cliffs of Moher Coastal Walk?
No permit required — the trail crosses public land, National Parks land, or is a formally waymarked national trail with open access. Respect any farm-stile signs and leave gates as you found them.