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Giant's Lair – View of Slieve Gullion loop from Jonesborough

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Northern Ireland

Newry And Mourne

Giant's Lair – View of Slieve Gullion loop from Jonesborough

Hard

5.0

(2)

3

riders

Giant's Lair – View of Slieve Gullion loop from Jonesborough

01:54

24.9km

500m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

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After 8.65 km for 66 m

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After 8.77 km for 66 m

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Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

8.74 km

Giant's Lair

Highlight • Structure

Great family hike that tells the story of Finn McCool through four chapters along the trail. Makes the hike interactive and has the kids running to find the next clue.

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2

10.2 km

View of Slieve Gullion

Highlight • Viewpoint

Get your first glances at the impressive Slieve Gullion as you trail along Slieve Gullion Way south of the hill.

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3

20.6 km

McGuill's Coffee House & Ring of Gullion Cycle Hire

Highlight • Cafe

The setting is done with great attention to detail, and it almost feels like a quick picnic in the mountains when you sit down at the rustic tables and look …

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4

24.3 km

Moyry Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Built in 1601, Moyry Castle defended the Moyry Pass, an important and ancient route also known as 'The Gap of the North'.

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B

24.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.6 km

10.8 km

222 m

199 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

13.8 km

7.80 km

2.98 km

270 m

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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