Slieve Bearnagh via Trassey Track Circular Walk

Route Description for Slieve Bearnagh via Trassey Track Circular Walk

If you are after an exciting adventure in Northern Ireland that will allow you to explore the rugged terrain of the Mourne Mountains and take in the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape from an elevated position, then the Slieve Bearnagh via Trassey Track Circular Walk is a great option to do so.

Setting out from the Trassey Car Park, you will make your way to the south alongside the Shimna River, traversing the open countryside as you gain elevation enroute to the mountains. Keeping left at the fork to continue on the Trassey Track, you will make your way further uphill to Hares Gap and turn your direction to the southwest on the way to the top of Slieve Bearnagh North Tor, as well as the main summit.

After taking in the spectacular views of the surrounding mountain peaks and reservoirs in the valleys below, you will continue on to the northwest, descending slightly before climbing up the steep slopes of Slieve Meelmore. Turning to the southwest, you will traverse the mountainous terrain on the way to the summit of Slieve Meelbeg, before eventually making your descent of the mountainside. Here, you will make your way down the rugged slope to the northwest and pass by the waters of the Fofanny Reservoir, before turning to the northeast on the return to the car park where you began your adventure.