While looking at maps for the upcoming trip to Ireland, I came across Black Valley. Black Valley is a wonderful remote valley located at the the southern end of the MacGillycuddy Reeks mountain range on the Iveragh Peninsula (Ring of Kerry) in southwestern Ireland. The valley, west of the town of Killarney, County Kerry, was the last area in Ireland to get electricity and phone service in 1976.
With some long days of work right before I left for Ireland, I decided to stay a few nights in Black Valley. I booked a few nights at the Black Valley Hostel. This gave me time to relax and enjoy the area. Every morning and evening I’d head over to Lough Gummeenduff and take in the views. It was nice to settle into a place and not be rushed while traveling.
Since I spent a few nights in the valley, I broke this part of the trip up into two parts. Enjoy.
