Slemish Mountain
Parking available
A brisk climb up this solitary peak leads to the origin story of a towering figure in Irish history.

šŸ“œ Slemish Mountain is the remains of an extinct volcano, dominating the County Antrim landscape.
šŸ” Famous for its association with Saint Patrick, who herded sheep here as a slave.

Why Go

ā›°ļø Rewarding climb with panoramic views
✨ Connect with Irish history and spirituality
🚶 Popular pilgrimage site on St. Patrick's Day
šŸ¦… Popular for bird watching

Why Avoid

āš ļø Steep, rocky, and potentially slippery path in wet weather
šŸŒ§ļø Weather can change rapidly, bring waterproofs

Tips

šŸ‘Ÿ Wear good waterproofs and sturdy footwear
šŸ’§ Bring water for the climb
šŸ• Keep dogs on leads

Hours

šŸ•’ Accessible year-round; climb takes under an hour

šŸ…æļø Parking Large parking facility available onsite

🚻 Toilets Washrooms available onsite

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