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With Summer on the way, instead of battling the crowds at the usual spots, why not hop on a ferry and escape to one of Ireland’s many underrated islands? These places have everything; gorgeous views, quirky histories, and just the right amount of isolation to make you forget about everything else for a while.

Ireland is full of amazing trails, forest paths, coastal walks and muddy puddles (sorry, clean car) — and the best bit? So many of them are totally dog-friendly. We’ve rounded up some of Ireland’s best hikes where both two-legged and four-legged walkers are welcome!