Hen Mountain
A short family climb to granite tors with big views of the Mournes.
- Distance
- 2.3 km
- Ascent
- 220 m
- Time
- 1 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 354 m
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About this walk
Hen Mountain is an easy 2.3 km out-and-back walk with 220 m of ascent, taking about 1 hours. It starts at Hen Mountain car park, Sandbank Road (grid reference SB 324 836).
Hen Mountain is small, but its summit is a cluster of weathered granite tors with views across the Mournes. From the car park on the Sandbank Road, a short, steep path climbs to the tors.
Children love scrambling on the rocks, but take care: there are drops on the far side. Return the same way.
Route
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The tors
Climb the path to the granite tors on the summit. Return the same way.
Summit
Hen Mountain
354 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Hen Mountain take?
- Most walkers take 1–1 hours for the 2.3 km route, which has 220 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 Hen Mountain car park, Sandbank Road (grid reference SB 324 836). Small car park on the Sandbank 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. Short, steep path; granite tors with some drops.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Sheep graze the hills: keep dogs on a lead, especially at lambing time (March to May).
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