The Top 12 Peaks in Down
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Down is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 12
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Down for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Down for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 17, 2025
Slieve Bearnagh
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Slieve Bearnagh from the Irish “Sliabh Bearna” meaning “Gapped Mountain” gets its name from its two giant rocky tors and the col lying between them. It is the 4th highest …
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Slieve Croob Summit
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Slieve Croob stands at 534m and is the highest peak of the Dromara Hills, situated just north of the Mourne Mountains. From the summit, you can enjoy expansive views across …
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Slieve Donard Summit
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Northern Ireland’s highest peak and the pinnacle of the Mourne Mountains, Slieve Donard rises directly from the shore of the Irish Sea. The 19-mile (31 km) Mourne Wall joins a …
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The Mourne Wall
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Taking almost 20 years to build, the 19-mile (31 km) Mourne Wall runs across the principal summits of the Mourne Mountains. It was built to keep livestock from contaiminating the …
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Slieve Meelmore Summit Shelter
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The Mourne Wall leads to the summit and there, like Slieve Donard, is a tower probably built to give some shelter to the workmen who constructed the wall. Meelmore also …
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Hen Mountain
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Hen Mountain is one of the less challenging climbs of the Mourne Mountain range, not to worry though, as it still provides the stunning panoramic views that the Mournes are …
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Stone Tower and Cairn on Slieve Donard Summit
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Reaching the summit of Slieve Donard feels like stepping into a small, timeless world. There, the stone tower and cairn stand quietly... a simple yet powerful landmark marking the peak …
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Spaltha
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This is a great little walk around 4 smaller hills in The Mournes.
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Cock Mountain
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Great views back down over Hen mountain from here.
Best approached from the Hen mountain side and just head straight up. Not a very well worn path but it's easy …
Best approached from the Hen mountain side and just head straight up. Not a very well worn path but it's easy …
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Slieve Commedagh Summit Shelter
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At 767m Slieve Commedagh is the second highest mountain in the Mournes.
It can often be windy and cold at the top so the shelter, built into the Mourne Wall …
It can often be windy and cold at the top so the shelter, built into the Mourne Wall …
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