After an enjoyable few days in Black Valley, I left the hostel and headed West through the interior mountains of Kerry. The drive to Waterville through the mountains ended up being a most fantastic one, so much that I found myself wishing I was driving 4runner instead of the rental. It took me most of the day to get to Waterville from Black Valley.

After leaving the road from Black Valley, I started the climb up to Top Cross. The oldness that can be found in Ireland is just wonderful.

Making the climb up Top Cross.

Looking back towards Black Valley.

Dropping down the West side of Top Cross. Lough Bin in the distance.

Looking back on Top Cross from the main road to Glencar.

Ballaghbeama Gap.

Another great section of road as I made my way to Waterville.

Looking back towards Ballaghbeama Gap.

Lough Acoose.

Looking east to the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks

Ballaghasheen Pass.

Looking West.

Waterville, County Kerry.

Overlooking Ballinskelligs Bay from Waterville.

The ocean scares me, but I couldn’t help but walk around and take in the views. It was a beautiful day.

Evening setting in.

Ocean rocks.

Fisherman coming home.

Main street in Waterville.

Located on the Iveragh Peninsula, Waterville is a village in county Kerry. The village sits on a small Isthmus, with Ballinskelligs Bay to the west and Lough Currane to the East. A population of 462 (2016 census), the popular Ring of Kerry (N70) route passes through Waterville.

Walked by this fellow taking in the evening light. A musician from Galway. I thanked him for the image.

Morning light in Waterville.

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