Feenish Island is a true off-the-beaten-track hidden gem in south Connemara. This treasure trove of local history can be accessed at low tide by approaching the left side of the island and strolling across the soft sand. There are several beaches sprinkled around the island but perhaps the best is situated at the southern shore – it's nothing short of idyllic on a fine summer's day.

Feenish Island is a noted low-lying island of small meadows and countless wildflowers sprouting up throughout the landscape. The south and west of the island serve up a fascinating glimpse into a time gone by, where a number of the original stone homesteads remain standing. Long abandoned and desolate, most are now slowly filling with sand which blows in on the westerly winds and is trapped within the crumbling stone walls. An unforgiving landscape where survival, as opposed to living, was the order of the day. Such harsh living juxtaposes with some of the finest scenery on show in south Connemara. For tidal information – Google “Galway Tides”. Located off the R340 Road before entering Carna. Linkback: https://mountainviews.ie/summit/2270/comment/19828/