Divis and the Black Mountain
The highest of the Belfast Hills, on boardwalks and tracks with views to five counties.
- Distance
- 6.9 km
- Ascent
- 210 m
- Time
- 2–2.5 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 478 m
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About this walk
Divis and the Black Mountain is an easy 6.9 km circular walk with 210 m of ascent, taking 2 to 2.5 hours. It starts at Divis and the Black Mountain car park (grid reference NW 410 297). It climbs Divis (478 m), a Marilyn.
Divis is the highest point of the Belfast Hills, cared for by the National Trust. Tracks and boardwalks lead from the car park across the heath to the summit.
On a clear day, the view takes in Belfast, Lough Neagh, the Mournes and even Scotland. Return by the ridge path over the Black Mountain.
Route
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1
Across the heath
Follow the track and boardwalk to the summit of Divis.
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The ridge
Return along the ridge path over the Black Mountain.
Summit
Divis
478 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Divis and the Black Mountain take?
- Most walkers take 2–2.5 hours for the 6.9 km route, which has 210 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Divis and the Black Mountain car park (grid reference NW 410 297). National Trust car park on the Divis Road.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Gravel tracks and boardwalks; some wet ground.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: National Trust land. Sheep graze the hills: keep dogs on a lead, especially at lambing time (March to May).
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