Carlingford Mountain Trail Running Loop
Trail run with great views and mixed terrain between mountain and forest.
Trail Running Moderate
- Distance
- 22 km
- Ascent
- 897 m
- Descent
- 896 m
- Duration
- 3-4 hrs
- Low Point
- 5 m
- High Point
- 457 m
- Gradient
- 12˚
This is a popular trail running route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's not remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between February and December. From a low point of 5 m to the maximum altitude of 457 m, the route covers 22 km, 897 vertical metres of ascent and 896 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Starting in Carlingford this route has an initial climb with views then over Carlingford Lough and surrounding area. It continues up towards the summit of Slieve Foye before turning and descending towards a forest trail and then back to Carlingford village
Difficulty
Moderate
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.