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Sawel Mountain Summit

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Sawel Mountain Summit

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    May 8, 2023

    Hiking

    Sawel Mountain stands at 678m and is the highest peak in the Sperrins range, and the 8th highest in Northern Ireland. The vegetation around the summit consists of montane heathland, featuring a medley of plant life including heather, bilberries and cowberries. From the summit, you can enjoy uninterrupted views across the countryside of County Londonderry and Tyrone.

    May 12, 2023

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    Sawel Mountain stands at 678m and is the highest peak in the Sperrins range, and the 8th highest in Northern Ireland. The vegetation around the summit consists of montane heathland, featuring a medley of plant life including heather, bilberries and cowberries. From the summit, you can enjoy uninterrupted views across the countryside of County Londonderry and Tyrone.

    It's all downhill from this point on, so you can enjoy a scenic descent back to the carpark.

    June 23, 2025

    Hiking

    Wear waterproof shoes/boots because even on the longest day of the year it's still wet underfoot

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    Sawel Mountain — Sperrins

    4.56km

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    320m

    320m

    Hiking Sawel Mountain offers a rugged and rewarding experience, leading you to the highest point in the Sperrin Mountains. The 2.8-mile (4.6 km) trail involves a moderate climb of 1036…

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    Embark on a challenging yet rewarding hike up Sawel & Dart Mountain from Sperrin Road, a moderate route spanning 5.3 miles (8.5 km) with a significant 1649 feet (503 metres)…

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    Embark on a difficult 12.5 miles (20.1 km) hike up Dart and Sawel Mountain, gaining 2108 feet (643 metres) in elevation over approximately 6 hours and 5 minutes. This challenging…

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    Elevation 670 m

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    Location: Oughtmame, Strabane, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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