With gyms and just about everything closed, many of us are tying on our walking shoes and heading outside for a wander. I love to walk, whether at home in New England or on our travels. I’ve come up with countless scenes and descriptions for my books while I’m off in the Irish hills. Here are photos of some of my favorite trails. I find them inspiring and soothing during this challenging time, and I hope you do, too.

Old Kenmare Way, Southwest Ireland

A walk on the Beara Peninsula, Southwest Ireland

On the Beara Peninsula, looking across Kenmare Bay

Wild Atlantic Way, Kenmare Bay, Southwest Ireland