Ridge Of Capard Viewing Platform Loop

Located just 300m from the trailhead carpark, the viewing platform offers a stunning panoramic view. Specially designed information panels provide interpretation of the mountains and other features in the distance.

Directions to Capard trailhead

There are car parking facilities plus picnic tables at the Capard trailhead. Capard can be accessed from Clonaslee or Rosenallis from the north and from Mountrath or Ballyfin to the south.

Grid Reference: N 364 065.

Ownership & Management

The Slieve Bloom Nature Reserve is managed by the National Parks and Wildlife Service; part of the Department of the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht. 

Walking Events

The Slieve Bloom Walking Club organise walks every weekend of the year. All of these walks are led by an experienced and friendly walk leader who is very familiar with the mountains. These walks are post to the Walking calendar weekly.

Walking Calendar

A panel of guides are also available if you are are looking for a personal leader who can tailor-make a walk to suit your party or group.

Other Walks Nearby

Link to Lost Village Loop map of lost village loop
Distance: 6k/2.5hrs
Trail Grade: Moderate

Lost Village Loop

To suit: Medium level of fitness
Terrain: Scenic Views, forest road
Link to Capard Route Photo along Capard route

Capard Route