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hours • ↑ 420m): The walk starts with a mostly flat, grassy riverside path and quiet rural lanes. About half way, a climb to 250m on woodland trails in the forest park. At the forest park, are waterfalls, forest trails, riverside walks, a visitor centre, toilets, a shop, and a seasonal restaurant. Orra Beg to Glenariff Forest Park
The Hillwalk Tours Walking season runs from March to October each year so you will not be able to book with us during these months. If you do decide to walk at this time of year it is worth noting that it will be colder than normal, there will be near Nordic levels of daylight, and there could be frost and ice, so take care! Tour Route Types of Trails Glenshesk opens out to the sea near Ballycastle with superb views of Rathlin Island and the Mull of Kintyre, which can be spotted on clear days. Glenshesk means the “glen of sedge” or reeds and it is a wild and untamed area. From Larne the rugged cliffs of the east of Ireland stretch towards the north for over 80 miles – these cliffs are broken only by the nine deep glens of Antrim. Riddled with stories, legends, ghosts, castles and the remains of churches and graveyards the Glens encompass a vast range of incredible scenery, diverse wildlife and bird habitats and beauty beyond anything you have ever seen before. Each of the Glens has a name and a history as you can read here: The 9 Glens of Antrim – stories, legends and History Glentaisie The culmination of this extraordinary journey is a final, breathtaking chapter – the Glenariff Forest Park. Standing amidst the splendid forestry, with the sights, sounds, and even the fresh smell of the forest enveloping you, the experience is a fitting finale to the memorable journey that is the Moyle Way.There are various other trails available to you once you have completed the Antrim Glens and Coastline. Here are some other nearby Hillwalk Tours we offer:
Every fan of Game of Thrones® will want to make their way to the world-famous Dark Hedges in Ballymoney.If it’s more unique beauty you’re after, then a day exploring the wonders of the Glens of Antrim is an absolute must. These are the glens through which the giants of this land roamed. Indeed, locals say that some of the hills are those very same giants asleep. When you see what they put together at the nearby Giant’s Causeway, you might agree that they deserve their break. Meeting houses and meeting people These walks are situated in a working forest environment and may be subject to diversion and closure from time to time.
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The other option for this trail is the moderate hike, which averages 16-20km or 10-12.5 miles in distance each day, with the average hiking time being 5-7 hours per day. This moderate level is for walkers of a decent level of fitness who would like to fit more walking in to each day while still having plenty of down time to enjoy the sights and culture. Fairhead Walk Hillwalk route notes & location to location stages Waterfoot to Glenariff Forest Park You can explore a good chunk of the Antrim Coast road in a day, but you’ll be rushing through the various stops. If possible, allow at least two days to give yourself some breathing space. 4. Where to stay The Glen flows down the slopes of Trostan Mountain, which is the highest mountain in County Antrim, between Lurigethan and Tievebulliagh. There is a promontory fort on the summit of Lurigethan that is enclosed by a series of ditches and banks. There is also a famous Stone Age Flint Factory where many fine examples of axe heads have been uncovered. Glenarm From the rugged granite peaks of the mountains to the picturesque coastline below, the Mournes region is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This guide map has information about climbing, rambling or relaxing in the area.
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