The Top 20 Natural Monuments in Down
Down’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 20
beautiful natural monuments in Down. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
beautiful natural monuments in Down. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
Last updated: November 21, 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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Summit of Slieve Donard
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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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Hare's Gap
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Hare's Gap is the most beautiful, and dramatic, mountain pass in the whole of the Mournes mountain range. It was once a smugglers hotspot, with people often carrying contraband, such …
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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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Entrance to The Mournes
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Here you will enter 'The Mournes', a majestic granite mountain range situated in County Down, in the south-east of Northern Ireland. The Mournes are characterised by rugged peaks, sparkling reservoirs, epic scenery, and legendary stories.
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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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Murlough Nature Reserve Boardwalk
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This boardwalk runs right through the thick of the Murlough Nature Reserve, a beautiful 6000-year-old sand dune system owned by the National Trust. This diverse and fragile ecosystem is home …
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Shimna River Waterfall
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This small waterfall of the Schmink River can be admired less than 300 m from the hiking trail.
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Tollymore Forest Park Stone Arch Bridge
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Tullymore forest is beautiful for walking,relaxing and enjoying this peaceful park, from the car park take anyone of the walks, bring a picnic and just enjoy yourself, try the 'long haul trail' recommended.
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