On the shores of Lough Corrib and at the southern edge of County Mayo, Glencorrib has a clear connection to its landscape: several seasonal turloughs lie around the village. Fishing, church architecture and a lit community walkway offer further specific points of reference when considering Glencorrib as a place to stay.

Seasonal Turloughs on Lough Corrib

Glencorrib lies on limestone beside Lough Corrib. The turloughs around the village are seasonal lakes that form in natural depressions and can dry up at times. A central hole in the bedrock acts as a spring in winter as groundwater rises; in summer, it functions as a swallow hole. Turloughs are common in this part of the Geopark, but are a rare landform internationally.

Here, two distinct landscape features meet: the shore of Lough Corrib and the depressions where water levels change with the seasons. If you are interested in these natural features, the cycle of turloughs filling with water and then drying up is a key part of the area’s character.

Fishing and Connections to the Water

On the eastern shore of Lough Corrib, Glencorrib is a suitable place for fishing. Corrib View Lodge and Angling Services in Glencorrib offers guided trout, salmon and pike fishing. As operator details may change, check the specific offering directly with the provider before making plans.

Greenfields, 7 km west of Glencorrib, is the village’s boat harbour. This makes the fishing on the eastern shore and the harbour west of the village two distinct geographic points of reference.

Churches and Sights

The Church of the Immaculate Conception in Glencorrib was dedicated on 8 May 1875. The bell and tower of Glencorrib Church were built in 1963; the Harte brothers from Mounthenry designed and funded the construction. The two dates offer distinct points of reference for local history: the church’s dedication in the 19th century and the later construction of the bell and tower.

Ballycurrin Lighthouse is considered one of Glencorrib’s best-known sights. It adds another named local landmark to the history of the church buildings.

Community Walkway and Accommodation

The Glencorrib/Kilroe Community Walkway is a lit community path in the village and was officially opened. If you plan to visit, check the current terms of use beforehand.

Corrib View Lodge is located in the village of Glencorrib.

More Destinations in County Mayo

County Mayo offers other destinations with their own distinctive themes. The National Museum of Ireland at Turlough Park offers workshops, lectures and guided tours year-round. Its objects, rare archival photographs and films bring Ireland’s rural past to life.

County Mayo’s walking destinations also vary considerably in scale. Croagh Patrick is 764 m, or 2,507 feet, high and has been a pilgrimage destination since pre-Christian times. Its main summit route starts in Murrisk on the Louisburgh Road (R335) and is 7 km long, including the return journey. The 59.9 km Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail links ancient monastic heritage with the landscape of County Mayo and views over Clew Bay; the walk takes three days.

Discover more destinations: Breaffy, Louisburgh, Newport, Achill Sound, Doogort, Gweesalia, The Quay, Belmullet

For the wider travel overview: County Mayo.