Best bird watching trails in Down, Northern Ireland

This is a loop trail starting and finishing in Donard Park carpark taking in the 3 mountains of Sleive Commedagh, Slieve Corragh and Slievenaglogh by following the Mourne Wall to Hares Gap from the Donard-Commedagh saddle then join the Brandy Pad to Trassey carpark before following a slightly shortened Mourne Way route through Tollymore Forest park and Donard Park back to Donard carpark.Show more

Starting at Carricklittle car park follow the path into the Mournes until you arrive at the gate.  After a short walk along the Annalong Wood and follow the path straight ahead, crossing the stream continue towards the foot of Slieve Lamaghan (the view across the reservoir is worth the extra 100 meters walk).  Turn right and follow the trail to the summit of Lamaghan.  At the summit continue along the path heading down towards the saddle between Lamaghan and Cove.  Turn right and join the path heading along the boggy ground towards the Annalong river path.  Once at the base of the cliffs turn left until you pick the trail for the cave. Show more

This woodland path offers a panoramic viewpoint and opportunities for exploring the surrounding grasslands and forest by foot or by horse. Permits for the bridle path must be obtained from Crawfordsburn Country Park.Show more