Slieve Binnian summit – Slieve Binnian North Tor loop from Kilkeel River

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Slieve Binnian summit – Slieve Binnian North Tor loop from Kilkeel River

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Slieve Binnian summit – Slieve Binnian North Tor loop from Kilkeel River

06:21

17.9km

970m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Mourne AONB

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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829 m

Silent Valley Duck Pond

Highlight • Lake

The Duck Pond feels like a calm secret waiting to be discovered. Recommended by hikers and tucked into a protected area, it’s a gentle spot where water glimmers among reeds and mountains frame the quiet mirror below.

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2.83 km

Wee Binnian

Highlight • Summit

Wee Binnian is a lesser known peak of the Mourne Mountains range. It's a slow and steady incline, making it a great one to do with kids or elderly people. …

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4.28 km

Slieve Binnian summit

Highlight • Summit

Has to be one of the best summits in the Mournes.
Fantastic views down to silent valley reservoir and south towards Carlingford.
As with any hill walking - be prepared for a change in weather and have good footwear. Enjoy

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4.83 km

Black Castles of Slieve Binnian

Highlight • Summit

The Black Castles are towers of granite positioned between the two summit tors of Slieve Binnian.

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5.67 km

Slieve Binnian North Tor

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great views from the top of the Slieve Binnian's North Tor, looking towards Ben Crom Resevoir and Slieve Bearnagh's craggy top.

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6.35 km

View of Ben Crom Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Wonderful place to pause for a moment and witness the outstanding beauty of Ben Crom Reservoir.

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6.90 km

View of Ben Crom Reservoir

Highlight • Natural Monument

Viewpoint
- Ben Crom Reservoir
- Slieve Muck
- Ben Crom
- Slieve Bearnagh

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10.7 km

Sandy beach at Lough Shanna

Highlight • Lake

It's both a surprise and a delight to find a sandy beach high up in the mountains. This small shore, formed by the beautiful Lough Shanna, makes a perfect spot …

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17.9 km

End point

Bus stop

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