Walking routes
From a flat shore path you can start on foot to the roof of Northern Ireland. The walks we know well, graded honestly, with a feel for distance, effort and where to park.
The Mournes reward all kinds of walkers. These are the routes we point guests to most often, from a shore walk that starts at the gate to a full day on the high tops.
Annalong Coastal Path
The only one you can start without the car. Flat shore path past the harbour, with the mountains behind you the whole way back.
Read the full route guide →Donard Forest Loop
Donard without the mountain. Forest track up to the old millstone quarries, and the walk to switch to when the tops are in cloud.
Read the full route guide →Slieve Donard
The highest peak in Northern Ireland. A long, rewarding climb from Newcastle to the summit cairn.
Read the full route guide →Cloughmore & Rostrevor
Forest paths up to the great Cloughmore Stone, looking out over Carlingford Lough.
Read the full route guide →Trassey Track
Not a summit but a way in. An old right of way running six kilometres into the empty middle of the range. Turn round when you have had enough.
Read the full route guide →Mountain weather changes fast; check the forecast, carry layers and let someone know your plans. Grades here are a guide for the demonstration site, not a substitute for a proper map and a bit of local advice.
Walk it off, then warm up in the hot tub.
Check your dates and make High Mourne House your base for the Mournes.