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The best walks and hikes in Down

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Walks and hikes around Down offer a diverse landscape that captures the essence of Northern Ireland's natural beauty. This region presents a remarkable mixture of coastal charm and inland wonders, with forests covering a portion of the area. Hiking enthusiasts can explore a network of trails that wind through thriving woodlands, revealing hidden lakes and cascading waterfalls along the way.

Last updated: December 4, 2025

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1. Slieve Donard from Donard Park — Mourne

9.88km

04:43

810m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Blue Quarry to Slieve Doan — Mourne

6.85km

02:04

230m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Hare's Gap & Slieve Bearnagh from Trassey Car Park — Mourne

9.64km

03:21

510m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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345

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4. Tollymore Forest River Trail — Mourne

6.08km

01:41

110m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Hare's Gap & Slieve Commedagh loop from Trassey Car Park — Mourne

14.0km

04:38

640m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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287

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6. Castewellan Lake & Castle loop

4.46km

01:09

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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191

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7. Tollymore Forest Park Mountains & Drinns Trail — Mourne

14.3km

04:09

370m

380m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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146

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8. Newcastle & Slieve Commedagh loop — Mourne

10.5km

04:19

740m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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9. Slieve Loughshannagh, Meelbeg and Meelmore loop — Mourne

9.39km

03:10

490m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Slieve Bearnagh, Commedagh & Donard loop — Mourne

19.4km

06:55

1,110m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best walks and hikes in Down

1. Slieve Donard from Donard Park — Mourne

2. Blue Quarry to Slieve Doan — Mourne

3. Hare's Gap & Slieve Bearnagh from Trassey Car Park — Mourne

4. Tollymore Forest River Trail — Mourne

5. Hare's Gap & Slieve Commedagh loop from Trassey Car Park — Mourne

6. Castewellan Lake & Castle loop

7. Tollymore Forest Park Mountains & Drinns Trail — Mourne

8. Newcastle & Slieve Commedagh loop — Mourne

9. Slieve Loughshannagh, Meelbeg and Meelmore loop — Mourne

10. Slieve Bearnagh, Commedagh & Donard loop — Mourne

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