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Ravensdale Forest — Black Mountain loop

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Louth

Ravensdale Forest — Black Mountain loop

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Ravensdale Forest — Black Mountain loop

03:51

12.7km

430m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 12, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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111 m

Ravensdale Forest Park

Highlight • Forest

At the foothills of the Black Mountains, a series of charming looping trails set within the dense green landscape of the Ravensdale Forest Park.

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424 m

Ravensdale Creek

Highlight • River

A steep trail follows the small creek up towards the Black Mountain. Magical place ready for you to explore.

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7.37 km

Clermont Carn Summit and Transmission Site

Highlight • Summit

At the highest point of the Black Mountain you are greeted by spectacular views of the surrounding landscape and the Irish Sea.

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8.52 km

View of Slieve Gullion from Clermont Pass

Highlight • Viewpoint

It's said that the views from the Cooley Mountains are some of the most beautiful in all the country. To the west of the Clermont Pass you can see across to Slieve Gullion.

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9.81 km

View of Ravensdale Forest and countryside

Highlight • Viewpoint

Climbing up through Ravensdale Forest you are rewarded with fantastic views across the forest to the countryside below.

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12.0 km

Druids' Circle, Ravensdale Forest

Highlight • Historical Site

The history of the stone circle isn't clear. Is it an ancient druid meeting place or a 19th century vanity project by the landowner? EIther way, it is an intriguing place to visit, just off the trail.

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12.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.27 km

2.44 km

1.71 km

307 m

Surfaces

6.49 km

3.30 km

2.44 km

306 m

198 m

Elevation

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Ravensdale Forest — Black Mountain loop

Ravensdale Forest Park

Ravensdale Creek

Clermont Carn Summit and Transmission Site

View of Slieve Gullion from Clermont Pass

View of Ravensdale Forest and countryside

Druids' Circle, Ravensdale Forest

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