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The Best Hiking Trails in Ulster (Ireland)

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  • Errigal Mountain Donegal

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    near Dunlewy, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    Miguel2012
    Distance
    3.37mi
    Elevation +
    1755f
    TrailRank
    53| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofErrigal Mountain Donegal Photo ofErrigal Mountain Donegal Photo ofErrigal Mountain Donegal

    This is the highest mountain in County Donegal (altitude 744 m). The walk starts at Mount Errigal Hike parking located near Errigal Youth Hostel on the R 251 road. This is not a long walk and there views are spectacular ...

    Hemos subido y bajado por la ruta normal sin hacer la circular. Con bocadillo y fotos en dos horas. Han alicatado toda l...
    searchandestroy

  • Killashandra Loop Walk, Cavan, Ireland

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    near Killeshandra, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    murraydublin
    Distance
    4.34mi
    Elevation +
    2877f
    TrailRank
    45
    Photo ofKillashandra Loop Walk, Cavan, Ireland Photo ofKillashandra Loop Walk, Cavan, Ireland Photo ofKillashandra Loop Walk, Cavan, Ireland

    We did this walk with a friend who was visiting the area on a fishing trip. We met in the town of Killashandra, walked along the Belturbet Road to the Town Lake. This is a lovely picnic area, with ample parking for cars....

  • Ards Friary To Ards Forest Park

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    near Creevagh, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    loak8
    Distance
    7.50mi
    Elevation +
    866f
    TrailRank
    43
    Photo ofArds Friary To Ards Forest Park Photo ofArds Friary To Ards Forest Park Photo ofArds Friary To Ards Forest Park

    Some of the most beautiful scenery in Ireland the walk starts at Ards Friary the varied landscape includes beaches, sand dunes, cliffs, salt marshes and broadleaf woodland. Start the walk at Ards Friary (55.157857 -07.86...

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  • Glenveagh National Park from west side

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    near Dunlewy, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    vibramhead
    Distance
    6.88mi
    Elevation +
    669f
    TrailRank
    42| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofGlenveagh National Park from west side Photo ofGlenveagh National Park from west side Photo ofGlenveagh National Park from west side

    This approach to the Park may be the most beautiful, and it avoids the crowds at the main entrance on the east side. It's an easy downhill walk to the lake on a wide, even trail. Shortly before you reach the lake, you'll...

    Buena forma de evitar la multitud y visitar el castillo si se prolonga la ruta un poco más. Precioso paisaje. A good wa...
    edudillo
    Great track with great views. Thanks for sharing!
    alicemockford

  • Ards Friary To Ards Tunnel

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    near Creevagh, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    loak8
    Distance
    10.61mi
    Elevation +
    1627f
    TrailRank
    41
    Photo ofArds Friary To Ards Tunnel Photo ofArds Friary To Ards Tunnel Photo ofArds Friary To Ards Tunnel

    Some of the most beautiful scenery in Ireland the walk starts at Ards Friary the varied landscape includes beaches, sand dunes, cliffs, salt marshes and broadleaf woodland. Start the walk at Ards Friary (55.157857 -07.86...

  • Slieve League, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn).

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    near Teelin, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    David Howells
    Distance
    9.64mi
    Elevation +
    2260f
    TrailRank
    41
    Photo ofSlieve League, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn). Photo ofSlieve League, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn). Photo ofSlieve League, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn).

    Slieve League, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn). I’m keeping these summaries short as I’m on a two month tour of Ireland and there’s a lot of hills to hike and therefore lots of entries. All mapping used are view ranger digit...

  • Port to Maghera- Donegal

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    near Port, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    Miguel2012
    with fascineroso
    Distance
    8.70mi
    Elevation +
    2523f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofPort to Maghera- Donegal Photo ofPort to Maghera- Donegal Photo ofPort to Maghera- Donegal

    Costal walk from Port to Maghera in Co. Donegal. The walk takes 7-8 hours to complete. The views are rewarding along the way. This walk was available to walkers at the Ardara International Walking Festival 2018. The t...

  • Tramore Strand and Horn Head

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    near Dunfanaghy, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    Vince Harrison
    Distance
    14.09mi
    Elevation +
    1837f
    TrailRank
    38
    Photo ofTramore Strand and Horn Head Photo ofTramore Strand and Horn Head Photo ofTramore Strand and Horn Head

    From Dunfanaghy to Tramore Strand and then to Horn Head and back to Dunfanaghy. The section north of Tramore Strand is obstructed by barbed wire and the farmer does not like people walking on his land. It is therefore be...

  • Knockatallon loop walk - An Tra

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    near Drumcoo, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    Killadden
    Distance
    7.40mi
    Elevation +
    843f
    TrailRank
    37
    Photo ofKnockatallon loop walk - An Tra Photo ofKnockatallon loop walk - An Tra Photo ofKnockatallon loop walk - An Tra

    The “Tra” walk gets its name from the prominent lankmark – Lough Antrawer – that you pass along the way. The walk traverses through forestry tracks and upland blanket bog of Sliabh Beagh. Enjoy panoramic views as you app...

  • Glenveagh Castle

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    near Drumfin, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    Vince Harrison
    Distance
    9.15mi
    Elevation +
    541f
    TrailRank
    37
    Photo ofGlenveagh Castle Photo ofGlenveagh Castle Photo ofGlenveagh Castle

    From the Glenveagh Visitor Centre along the shore of Lough Beagh and then continuing to the other end of the lake. Back by the same route.

  • Crocknasmug, Inishowen, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn).

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    near Stroove, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    David Howells
    Distance
    6.37mi
    Elevation +
    1129f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofCrocknasmug, Inishowen, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn). Photo ofCrocknasmug, Inishowen, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn). Photo ofCrocknasmug, Inishowen, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn).

    Crocknasmug, Inishowen, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn). I’m keeping these summaries short as I’m on a two month tour of Ireland and there’s a lot of hills to hike and therefore lots of entries. All mapping used are view ran...

  • Stairway to Heaven - Cuilcagh

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    near Gowlan, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    macbre.pl
    with joanna.borun
    Distance
    7.40mi
    Elevation +
    1401f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofStairway to Heaven - Cuilcagh Photo ofStairway to Heaven - Cuilcagh Photo ofStairway to Heaven - Cuilcagh

    The Cuilcagh Boardwalk Trail also nicknamed the Stairway to Heaven Walk is located in Co. Fermanagh. The route meanders through one of the largest expanses of blanket bog in Northern Ireland, traversing over tracks, boar...

  • Crockalough, Inishowen, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn).

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    near Bree, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    David Howells
    Distance
    5.01mi
    Elevation +
    768f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofCrockalough, Inishowen, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn). Photo ofCrockalough, Inishowen, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn). Photo ofCrockalough, Inishowen, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn).

    Crockalough, Inishowen, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn). I’m keeping these summaries short as I’m on a two month tour of Ireland and there’s a lot of hills to hike and therefore lots of entries. All mapping used are view ran...

  • Crockrawer

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    near Teelin, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    Vince Harrison
    Distance
    7.34mi
    Elevation +
    1952f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofCrockrawer Photo ofCrockrawer Photo ofCrockrawer

    From the lower car park at Bunglass, via the cliffside path to the cairn on the plateau of Crockrawer, then back via the Pilgrim Path and the lanes. The cliffside path above the upper car park is presently (Sept 2014) un...

  • Cavan Way

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    near Dowra, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    John P
    Distance
    15.85mi
    Elevation +
    1152f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofCavan Way Photo ofCavan Way Photo ofCavan Way

    The E2 European Long Distance Path was planned to go from Galway in Ireland to Nice in France, but the Irish section has not been defined. I have been walking a possible route through Ireland linking up National Trails. ...

  • Slieve League cliff top, via One Man’s Pass

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    near Teelin, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    JoBo Wardy
    Distance
    5.88mi
    Elevation +
    1706f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofSlieve League cliff top, via One Man’s Pass Photo ofSlieve League cliff top, via One Man’s Pass Photo ofSlieve League cliff top, via One Man’s Pass

    From higher Bunglass car park (Bunglass Point). Arrived 5pm paid €5 for parking as so late and attendant let us up to the higher car park to save a lot of walking. He goes home around 6pm, after that no need to pay. Bett...

  • Doohey Spit/Magheroarty Beach

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    near Meenlaragh, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    vibramhead
    Distance
    4.25mi
    Elevation +
    33f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofDoohey Spit/Magheroarty Beach Photo ofDoohey Spit/Magheroarty Beach Photo ofDoohey Spit/Magheroarty Beach

    This is the high-tide version of an easy walk along the beach and back on a track overlooking the bay.

  • Slí Ruadhrai - Maghera-Port-Maghera

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    near Maghera, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    C K 3
    Distance
    18.69mi
    Elevation +
    3953f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofSlí Ruadhrai - Maghera-Port-Maghera Photo ofSlí Ruadhrai - Maghera-Port-Maghera Photo ofSlí Ruadhrai - Maghera-Port-Maghera

    Maghera-Port-Maghera This is a really beautiful hike. We have named it after our brother Ruardhí who sadly never got to see Maghera but he loved the hills of Ireland, particularly the Wicklow hills. These ones are just...

  • Dun an Ri, Kingscourt, Cavan, Ireland

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    near Kingscourt, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    murraydublin
    Distance
    6.42mi
    Elevation +
    5387f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofDun an Ri, Kingscourt, Cavan, Ireland Photo ofDun an Ri, Kingscourt, Cavan, Ireland Photo ofDun an Ri, Kingscourt, Cavan, Ireland

    This walk was lead by our friends Kay and Tony. Our group of 56 travelled by hired Bus from Dublin, stopping for a coffee on the way. We arrived in the beautiful Cabra Castle Hotel which we visited before starting our wa...

  • Ards Forest Park

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    near Ballymore, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    vibramhead
    Distance
    3.94mi
    Elevation +
    390f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofArds Forest Park Photo ofArds Forest Park Photo ofArds Forest Park

    Easy walking in a mix of forest and seashore, with lots of different trails to choose from. Good choice for when it's rainy/windy and you need the shelter of some trees. There's a 5 euro entrance fee, and you need exact ...

  • Cluidaniller, Aranmore Island, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn).

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    near Leabgarrow, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    David Howells
    Distance
    8.22mi
    Elevation +
    1047f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofCluidaniller, Aranmore Island, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn). Photo ofCluidaniller, Aranmore Island, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn). Photo ofCluidaniller, Aranmore Island, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn).

    Cluidaniller, Aranmore Island, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn). I’m keeping these summaries short as I’m on a two month tour of Ireland and there’s a lot of hills to hike and therefore lots of entries. All mapping used are v...

  • Inch Top, Inch Island, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn).

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    near Baylet, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    David Howells
    Distance
    8.14mi
    Elevation +
    922f
    TrailRank
    34| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofInch Top, Inch Island, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn). Photo ofInch Top, Inch Island, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn). Photo ofInch Top, Inch Island, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn).

    Inch Top, Inch Island, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn). I’m keeping these summaries short as I’m on a two month tour of Ireland and there’s a lot of hills to hike and therefore lots of entries. All mapping used are view ran...

    Good going!! Might give it a go sometime.
    MarieMouse

  • Mt. Errigal SE ridge

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    near Dunlewy, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    vibramhead
    Distance
    3.09mi
    Elevation +
    1598f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofMt. Errigal SE ridge Photo ofMt. Errigal SE ridge Photo ofMt. Errigal SE ridge

    This is the standard route up Errigal. The first km or so from the car park is very boggy, with the path heavily braided from foot traffic. Gaiters highly recommended. Higher, there are some scree stretches, but not a pr...

  • Malin Head Circ

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    near Ballyhillin, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    Harry Bridges
    with noliscott
    Distance
    6.47mi
    Elevation +
    659f
    TrailRank
    33
    Photo ofMalin Head Circ Photo ofMalin Head Circ Photo ofMalin Head Circ

    Blustery and constant showers didn’t deter us from doing a hike around the most northern land in Ireland at the end of July. Our reward was spectacular cliff views, then the rest of the route was mostly on narrow windy t...

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