Slieve Donard Trail, Mournes

Slieve Donard mountain is named after a saint – known in Irish as Domhanghart. Saint Donard built a small prayer cell at the summit of the mountain during the fifth century. Until the 1830s, people would walk here as part of a pilgrimage in late July.

A 9.4 km half-day trail that offers a balanced outing without demanding too much. Budget around 2 hours and 6 minutes.

This is a circular route that brings you back to your exact starting point — ideal for a self-contained day out without having to organise return transport.

Part of the Local Walking Network (LWN), this trail is ideal for exploring the neighbourhood landscape. It is typically well-known to local walkers and offers an authentic sense of place.