The Best Trails in Ulster (Ireland)

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

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near Baylet, Ulster (Ireland)

David Howells

Distance: 8.14mi
Elevation +: 922f
TrailRank: 34| 5.0

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.

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Mt. Errigal SE ridge

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near Dunlewy, Ulster (Ireland)

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Distance: 3.09mi
Elevation +: 1598f
TrailRank: 34

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...

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Malin Head Circ

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near Ballyhillin, Ulster (Ireland)

Harry Bridges

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Distance: 6.47mi
Elevation +: 659f
TrailRank: 33

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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Glenveagh National Park: Lakeside Walk - Bridle Path Walk - The Deer Stalkers Hut

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near Drumfin, Ulster (Ireland)

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Distance: 11.29mi
Elevation +: 512f
TrailRank: 32

Photo ofGlenveagh National Park: Lakeside Walk - Bridle Path Walk - The Deer Stalkers Hut

This trail brings you through the glen from the Visitor Centre to Glenveagh castle and gardens (~4 km) and then extends into Bridle Path Walk (~8 km). We walked this trail up to The Deer Stalkers Hut. The Bridle Path ...

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Killykeen Forest Park

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near Killykeen, Ulster (Ireland)

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Distance: 6.49mi
Elevation +: 203f
TrailRank: 32

Gartanoul (red) and Derinish More (white) trails Killykeen Forest Park lies on the shores of Lough Oughter which is part of the River Erne system. The forest park consists of approx 240 hectares. The predominant speci...

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Dun na Ri Forest Park River Loop Walk

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near Kingscourt, Ulster (Ireland)

Maurizio Pittau

Distance: 2.57mi
Elevation +: 213f
TrailRank: 32

Photo ofDun na Ri Forest Park River Loop Walk

Dun a Ri Forest Park forms part of what was formerly the Cabra Estate which was owned by the Pratt family. Legend stretches back to the time of Cuchullain the Gaelic warrior who rested in these woods while fighting the a...

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Rathmullan

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near Rathmullan, Ulster (Ireland)

loak8

Distance: 3.73mi
Elevation +: 256f
TrailRank: 31| 5.0

A beautiful walk along the beach at Rathmullan looking across Lough Swilly towards Buncrana and coming back through a lovely woodland. This route takes the road to get to the farther beach but if the tide is out it's jus...

Beautiful stretch of beach along Lough Swilly!

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Slieve League - The Pilgrim's Path

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near Carrick Lower Bridge, Ulster (Ireland)

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Distance: 6.13mi
Elevation +: 1526f
TrailRank: 31

Photo ofSlieve League - The Pilgrim's Path

This trail follows the footsteps of ancient pilgrims to McBric's Church and Well and onward to the plateau and cliff edges of Sliabh Liag, overlooking the small fishing village of Teelin.

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Croaghacullion, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn).

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near Kinnakillew, Ulster (Ireland)

David Howells

Distance: 4.42mi
Elevation +: 846f
TrailRank: 31

Photo ofCroaghacullion, Donegal, Ireland (Marilyn).

Croaghacullion, 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 dig...

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Ards Forest Park from Ards Friary

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near Creevagh, Ulster (Ireland)

vibramhead

Distance: 4.88mi
Elevation +: 443f
TrailRank: 30| 5.0

Photo ofArds Forest Park from Ards Friary

Beautiful combination of forest, beach, and rocky coast. Parking at the friary saves you the 5 euro entrance fee to Ards Forest Park.

Great trail. Just perfect for my first hike back from injury. The coastal scenery is simply world class! Thanks vibramhe...

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Rossmore Forest Park - Blue Trail

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near Rossmore, Ulster (Ireland)

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Distance: 5.76mi
Elevation +: 285f
TrailRank: 30

Photo ofRossmore Forest Park - Blue Trail

The lands which comprise Rossmore Forest Park was formerly part of the barony of Rossmore. A castle was constructed in 1827 with various extensions being added over the years. The site of the castle can still be seen in ...

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Bealach na Gaeltachta, Doochary

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near Doochary, Ulster (Ireland)

vibramhead

Distance: 7.06mi
Elevation +: 443f
TrailRank: 30

This is a small section of the Bealach na Gaeltachta (Gaeltacht Way), starting from near Doochary. Lovely easy walk starting in forest and crossing open rolling moorland, all on a track, passing a few old stone farm buil...

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Malin head loop. Top of Ireland!

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near Ballyhillin, Ulster (Ireland)

noliscott

Distance: 6.14mi
Elevation +: 673f
TrailRank: 30

Photo ofMalin head loop. Top of Ireland!

Blustery hike with several showers in July around the northernmost cliffs of Ireland in Co Donegal. Spectacular cliff sea views, must have been very frightening for the Spanish Armada negotiating this coast. The rest of ...

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Benbeg And Cuilcagh

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near Blackrocks Cross, Ulster (Ireland)

Killadden

Distance: 7.29mi
Elevation +: 1519f
TrailRank: 30

On the R200 road here is a parking bay and picnic tables where the trail can be commenced. A gravel path zigzags up to a mast and beyond to the summit of Benbeg. My map shows it as if I went through the forest which isnt...

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Urris lakes loop

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near Lenankeel, Ulster (Ireland)

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Distance: 3.98mi
Elevation +: 1030f
TrailRank: 30

Nice track to visit both lakes, it's easy but can be slippery if it just rained. There's no park in the start point but the owner of the field let us park in his area. You can do the route in 1:30 hours perfectly, add ...

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Slieve Snaght, Donegal, Ireland (Hewitt, Marilyn and 600m+ peak).

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near Meenyollan, Ulster (Ireland)

David Howells

Distance: 3.67mi
Elevation +: 1257f
TrailRank: 30

Photo ofSlieve Snaght, Donegal, Ireland (Hewitt, Marilyn and 600m+ peak).

Slieve Snaght, Donegal, Ireland (Hewitt, Marilyn and 600m+ peak). 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 use...

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Muntermellan (Horn Head)

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near Muntermellan, Ulster (Ireland)

Alexander Krasavin

Distance: 1.90mi
Elevation +: 367f
TrailRank: 30

Short and easy to follow trail, when there is no wind or rain. My way to horn head was quite difficult, since wind was strong, about 30-40 km/h. Also there was a storm several days before, so there vere big puddles on t...

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Donegal-Graveyard-Glenties

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near Tullynaglack, Ulster (Ireland)

mars2

Distance: 8.71mi
Elevation +: 1627f
TrailRank: 30

Bluestack Way from Letterbara to Glenties. At the ruine after the graveyard you can follow the road to Glenties, please check a map!. You can also follow the track up hill between Cloghmeen hill and Binbane. After a desc...

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Errigal South East Ridge

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near Dunlewy, Ulster (Ireland)

Vince Harrison

Distance: 3.09mi
Elevation +: 1726f
TrailRank: 29

From the roadside car park, up the south east ridge of Errigal and back by the same route. The route is boggy at first, but improves as you gain height.

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Inch Wildfowl Reserve Looped Walk

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near Baylet, Ulster (Ireland)

AstroPaul

Distance: 4.86mi
Elevation +: 3f
TrailRank: 29

Photo ofInch Wildfowl Reserve Looped Walk

An easy walk around the Inch Levels. Give you the chance to take some very nice photos of the wild fowl - even with a simple camera.

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Bunbeg

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near Bunbeg, Ulster (Ireland)

Alan Boyd

Distance: 2.00mi
Elevation +: 69f
TrailRank: 29

Bunbeg crossroads to Bunbeg harbour and return. With side trips to the Clady river and lookout tower.

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Wild Atlantic Challene Sliabh Liag - 13km

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near Teelin, Ulster (Ireland)

excelsports

Distance: 7.66mi
Elevation +: 2133f
TrailRank: 29

Photo ofWild Atlantic Challene Sliabh Liag - 13km

Sliabh Liag is Ireland’s ultimate sea cliff experience and a signature point on the Wild Atlantic Way coastal touring route. Located in the Gaeltacht region of County Donegal, Sliabh Liag are the highest accessible sea c...

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Castle Lake - Bailieborough

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near Duneena, Ulster (Ireland)

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Distance: 3.43mi
Elevation +: 141f
TrailRank: 29

The Castle Loop is the longer of the two looped walks in the forest. Approximately 6.5km in length and takes about 2 hours to walk. Follow the purple markers from the car park. The Lake Loop is the shorter of the two loo...

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Muckish via the Miners' Track

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near Croaghlosky, Ulster (Ireland)

Vince Harrison

Distance: 2.87mi
Elevation +: 1257f
TrailRank: 28

From the Lower Quarry on the north side of Muckish, to the summit plateau via the Miners' Track. Mostly a well-made path, but in poor condition in a short section half way up (alternative available on steep bog). Once on...

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