Clifden, Connemara, Ireland.

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Contributed by:
Journeyman on 13 May, 2009
This post last updated:
15 May, 2009
Visited this camping spot:
May 2004
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Essentials
Country: 
Ireland
Category: 
Rural
Owned By: 
Public property
Suitable for: 
Vehicles only
Overview: 
Beautiful Connemara. Camp amidst two historical sites.
Contributor's Ratings
Tranquility Rating: 
5
Tranquility rating ( comment ): 
Off the main road and very quiet.
Scenic Rating: 
5
Scenic rating ( comment ): 
Spectacular panoramic views and sunsets.
Contributor's Overall Rating: 
5
Camping Spot Features
Access to Drinking Water: 
Tap water available at the spot or nearby
Walking trails or routes nearby: 
Don't Know
Mountain biking routes nearby: 
No
Near lake, river or stream: 
No
Near a Beach: 
No
Near a forest or wood: 
No
Altitude ( meters ): 
100meters
Shade: 
No
Mobile signal: 
Yes
Motorhome waste disposal point: 
No
Suitable for dogs: 
Don't know
Camping Spot Description
There is a choice of locations here. Along a rough track that leads to the Alcock and Brown landing site. The same track will also take you to the old Marconi radio building. Further down the main road there is a parking area at the monument known as the "Wing" also dedicated to the first transatlantic flight by Alcock and Brown.
Getting There
Directions: 
From Westport drive South West on the N59 for Clifden. Road signs will direct you to the camp sites.
Access: 
The rough track may be a problem for larger vehicles but the "Wing" carpark will be suitable.

Location

53° 27' 59.1696" N, 10° 1' 46.3692" W
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