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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 of Northern Ireland’s highest mountain. This spot offers more than panoramic views across the Mournes, it anchors the moment, inviting you to pause and reflect on your journey.

On the summit of Slieve Meelmore stands a small stone shelter, a welcome spot to rest after the steady climb up. From here, the views stretch across the Mournes, with Slieve Bearnagh’s rocky tors dominating the skyline. The shelter gives hikers a place to pause, shielded from the wind, and enjoy the sweeping mountain scenery before continuing along the Mourne Wall.

Two wooden ladders cross the wall on the way to the Silver Muck mountain peak

A very nice path up to Spaltha. BUT!! This is NOT a circular route! Muddy meadows and moors, but on the Komoot route, there is NO path anywhere! We wandered around and then found parts of an official hiking trail, but mostly we wandered over moors. Be careful!!

bring lunch as there was no pub grub at the top

I was lucky to see them at their best today, beautiful 😍

Slieve Muck, meaning Pig Mountain) is 2,199 feet (670 m) high. The source of the River Bann is on its Northern slope. Under a certain light the stony side of the eastern slope seems to spell out 'poverty', leading to some locals calling it Poverty Mountain.

Congratulations, you've made it up the mighty Slieve Donard. Being the highest of the Mourne Mountain peaks, this is an incredible achievement. Take a well-earned rest and enjoy the phenomenal views across the stunning Mournes and out to the Irish Sea.