Slieve Binnian from Carrick Little
Up beside the Mourne Wall to the granite tors of Slieve Binnian, the finest summit in the Mournes.
- Distance
- 7.5 km
- Ascent
- 650 m
- Time
- 3–4 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 746 m
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About this walk
Slieve Binnian from Carrick Little is a moderate 7.5 km out-and-back walk with 650 m of ascent, taking 3 to 4 hours. It starts at Carrick Little car park (grid reference SB 413 776). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Slieve Binnian at 746 m.
Slieve Binnian's summit ridge is crowned with weathered granite tors, giving it the most dramatic skyline in the Mournes. From Carrick Little, the route follows the Mourne Wall steeply up the hill.
On top, it passes the summit tor and continues along the ridge to the North Tor, with views over the Silent Valley and Ben Crom reservoirs.
Route
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1
The Mourne Wall
Follow the track to the wall and climb steeply beside it.
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2
The tors
Pass the summit tor and follow the ridge to the North Tor. Return by the same route.
Summits
746 m
682 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Slieve Binnian from Carrick Little take?
- Most walkers take 3–4 hours for the 7.5 km route, which has 650 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 Carrick Little car park (grid reference SB 413 776). Car park at Carrick Little, off the Head 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 moderate. Track, then a steep path beside the Mourne Wall; granite slabs and tors.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Slieve Binnian (746 m, Hewitt); Slieve Binnian North Tor (682 m, Hewitt).
- 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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