The Gathabawn Short Loop is a 3 mi looped trail that starts and ends in Balleen, Ireland. The trail is considered to be easy to hike and has a total elevation gain of 250 ft. Normally the trail takes 1 day to complete but can be finished in less than a day. Either you are not allowed to bring your dog on the Gathabawn Short Loop or it is generally not advised. The warmest months are December, January, and February and the coldest months are December, January, and February. The wettest months are December, January, and February and the driest months are December, January, and February.Photo Credit:Kenneth Allen