Aughrim Hill, situated in the heartland of the Mourne mountains in County Down, will be transformed from a bare hillside with no tree cover to a habitat with over 110,000 native trees. In total the new woodland habitat stretches to 60 hectares. There are a few options for routes to choose from so you can see Co. Down from lots of different angles.
Start : The carpark situated off the Ballymageogh Road. Grid ref. SB 355 741
(S/E) From the carpark make your way along the path (East). The easier way to not lost yourself is to follow the path from the start to the summit and Telephone Mast.
(1) From the Telephone Mast then to retrace your steps. (S/E)
Start : The carpark situated off the Ballymageogh Road.
Terrain : Gravel paths, not too steep
Parking : Carpark situated off the Ballymageogh Road.
Public transport : Translink
Dog policy : Dogs are permitted but must be kept on a lead. Please pick up after your dog and take home any waste.
Find more information and walk ideas at Walk NI here.
Always stay careful and alert while following a route. Visorando and the author of this walk cannot be held responsible in the event of an accident during this route.
There are several viewpoints across the trail with 360degree panoramic views of the Mournes and beyond.
Lough Shannagh Trail 
Tourist office 
12.59 km
+383 m
-383 m
4h 40
Difficult
Departure from Newry and Mourne
Lough Shannagh walk leads up hill on the ‘Banns Road’, an off road farm track. The route circles Lough Shannagh (in an anti-clockwise direction) with a high point of 587m at Carn Mountain. It also follows and crosses the Mourne Wall on places. A track locally known as the Banns Road leads to the hills.
Hanna's Close - The Green Lane Walk - Kilkeel Tourist office 3.07 km
+36 m
-36 m
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Newry and Mourne
A circular walk starting at Hanna’s Close Cottages following quiet country roads.
Hannas's Close - The close Walk - Kilkeel Tourist office 0.63 km
+8 m
-9 m
0h 10
Easy
Departure from Newry and Mourne
A circular walk starting at Hanna's Close Cottages following quiet country roads.
Silent Valley Challenge Trail - Kikeel Tourist office 2.81 km
+55 m
-55 m
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Newry and Mourne
A short walk to relax in nature and stretch your legs. This scenic trail passes through some steep upland habitat and park woodland.
Silent Valley Heritage Trail - Kilkeel Tourist office 2.32 km
+25 m
-26 m
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Newry and Mourne
Circular route including views over the dam (Silent Valley Reservoir) into the mountains. Find out more about Silent Valley at the Interpretive Centre, which was the site of the original Police Station. A short walk to get some fresh air, a cup of coffee and the sound of birdsong.
Silent Valley Ben Crom Dam Walk Tourist office 9.84 km
+97 m
-97 m
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Newry and Mourne
A quiet walk by the reservoir. In summer the warmth of the sun's rays will warm you up throughout the walk.
Blue Lough Walk - Annalong Tourist office 
9.59 km
+240 m
-240 m
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Newry and Mourne
This walk provides an easy introduction to the Mountains of Mourne giving a mountain atmosphere whilst following gentle gradients and making use of distinct tracks and pathways.
Reservoir Views Walk - Mournes to Newcastle Tourist office 
14.80 km
+1,059 m
-1,207 m
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Newry and Mourne
A strenuous linear walk linking the south Mournes to Newcastle via Slieve Binnian, Slievemalagan and the Glen River. Impressive views of Silent Valley Reservoir can be enjoyed from Slieve Binnian and of Ben Crom Reservoir from Slievelamagan, both of which supply Belfast with piped water.
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