The Top 7 Mountain Passes in Leinster
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in Leinster and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: October 31, 2025
Military Road: Killakee to Glencree (Wicklow Mountains National Park)
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the northern end of Military Road, once you have passed the first climb a great view opens, don't get distracted too much
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At the foot of Stookeen
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Here the path leads you past the Stookeen. The 420 meter high mountain towers up on your left (if you hike the Wicklow Way towards Clonegall).
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Glendine Gap County Boundary Marker
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Glendine Gap is the county border between Laois and Offaly counties. It is at an elevation of 481 metres so it's a good old bike grind to get here but …
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Glendine Gap
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A group of 3 standing stones marks the spot of Glendine Gap, and the border between Counties Offaly and Laois in Ireland. This is a very scenic area with tremendous views across the neighbouring counties.
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View of Slieve Gullion from Clermont Pass
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Some say the views from the Cooley Mountains are one of the most beautiful in all the country. To the west of the Clermont Pass you can see across to Slieve Gullion.
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View of the Sugarloaf
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As you ride through the mountainous scenery look out for the Sugarloaf in the distance. At 1,811 feet (552 m), it's a prominent feature in the western Wicklow landscape. The …
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Mountain views of Slievebawn
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Beautiful road running underneath Slievebawn mountain. Once the road passes the tree plantation you gain wonderful views of the valley.
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