Muckish Mountain
Muckish Mountain
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lowe
London, UK39 contributions
Apr 2023
Not too steep or difficult, but! You really need good weather or else good outdoor wear. A number of our party got soaked to the skin. Mucky at the base so wellingtons or good hiking boots advised.
Spectacular views.
Spectacular views.
Written 13 April 2023
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Maria M
3 contributions
Feb 2017 • Couples
It was a Beautiful Sunday Morning on the 12th Of February 2017,with not a cloud in the Sky.We had looked at Muckish Mountain which was just across from Our Home on many occasions,but this day we decided to do something we had considered before.
This was the day we were going to climb Muckish Mountain.
We set off that morning,with a plan in mind.Someone had said in the past that The Miners Path was a way to get to the top of Muckish. So that's what we decided to do.
When we arrived at the car park up The Derryherriff Road,We both put on our warm coats and hats.
Gloves and scarves were an additional extra!
We met two lovely people who were just coming down from Muckish,they very kindly gave me a Hiking Stick!We thanked them,and set off on Our Expedition.
It was 10.40 in the morning.
The first part of the climb was straightforward and not too challenging,which was ok.
After crossing the stream,We were soon to discover that the next stage was not for the fainthearted! Nevertheless,we persevered.
As we ascended Muckish,the air started to become cooler.This was a sure sign that we were making steady progress.I noticed icicles on a few rocky outcrops which indicated this also.We continued to put one foot in front of the other,then we noticed the path becoming a bit easier.From there,we could see the outline of the top of Muckish,which meant we were nearly at the top!
We both encouraged each other to continue.
It felt like The Top Of The World when we reached the top of Muckish,which was surprisingly flat and easy for walking on.
We took a few photographs on The Journey itself and at the top of Muckish as well.
Looking at the different directions available to us from the Summit,there was a Wonderful Variety and Kaleidoscope of Views to choose from,all the way to Inishowen to the East,along with the Harry Blaney Bridge,and Tory Island,Falcarragh and all its variety to the west.
And of course Our Own Local Area of Creeslough.
We could see Our Home from the Summit!
Dunfanaghy,and all its environs including Horn Head and Sheephaven Bay.
There was so much to see from the top of Muckish its a challenge to describe it all.
We decided to descend Muckish then. The going was slow but steady,and really enjoyable.We stopped off a few times to take in all the Spectacular Views that accompanied us on Our Journey.
When we reached the Car Park at the Foot of Muckish,we were tired but full of Happiness and Spirit that we had completed The Miner's Path. We completed The Journey at 1.40pm.
Challenging,but really meaningful.
Highly Recommended!
This was the day we were going to climb Muckish Mountain.
We set off that morning,with a plan in mind.Someone had said in the past that The Miners Path was a way to get to the top of Muckish. So that's what we decided to do.
When we arrived at the car park up The Derryherriff Road,We both put on our warm coats and hats.
Gloves and scarves were an additional extra!
We met two lovely people who were just coming down from Muckish,they very kindly gave me a Hiking Stick!We thanked them,and set off on Our Expedition.
It was 10.40 in the morning.
The first part of the climb was straightforward and not too challenging,which was ok.
After crossing the stream,We were soon to discover that the next stage was not for the fainthearted! Nevertheless,we persevered.
As we ascended Muckish,the air started to become cooler.This was a sure sign that we were making steady progress.I noticed icicles on a few rocky outcrops which indicated this also.We continued to put one foot in front of the other,then we noticed the path becoming a bit easier.From there,we could see the outline of the top of Muckish,which meant we were nearly at the top!
We both encouraged each other to continue.
It felt like The Top Of The World when we reached the top of Muckish,which was surprisingly flat and easy for walking on.
We took a few photographs on The Journey itself and at the top of Muckish as well.
Looking at the different directions available to us from the Summit,there was a Wonderful Variety and Kaleidoscope of Views to choose from,all the way to Inishowen to the East,along with the Harry Blaney Bridge,and Tory Island,Falcarragh and all its variety to the west.
And of course Our Own Local Area of Creeslough.
We could see Our Home from the Summit!
Dunfanaghy,and all its environs including Horn Head and Sheephaven Bay.
There was so much to see from the top of Muckish its a challenge to describe it all.
We decided to descend Muckish then. The going was slow but steady,and really enjoyable.We stopped off a few times to take in all the Spectacular Views that accompanied us on Our Journey.
When we reached the Car Park at the Foot of Muckish,we were tired but full of Happiness and Spirit that we had completed The Miner's Path. We completed The Journey at 1.40pm.
Challenging,but really meaningful.
Highly Recommended!
Written 14 February 2017
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letterK
Ireland268 contributions
Jan 2015 • Family
There is an old quartzite mine at the top of Muckish that you can access by climbing a steep miners path from the Creeslough/ Portnablagh side. From Creeslough you travel towards Portnablagh and turn left across from the graveyard.
Follow the road past the quarry, over the closed railway line( which is worth a walk in itself) and drive to the end of the road. You will see the old mine workings and can start climbing on the path which is marked.
This path looks steeper than it is and picks its way up a steep cliff until you get to the abandoned mine workings before the summit. The views are spectacular looking over Tory, bloody foreland and Hornhead. The mine once produced high quality quartzite for making high quality glass lenses.
Follow the road past the quarry, over the closed railway line( which is worth a walk in itself) and drive to the end of the road. You will see the old mine workings and can start climbing on the path which is marked.
This path looks steeper than it is and picks its way up a steep cliff until you get to the abandoned mine workings before the summit. The views are spectacular looking over Tory, bloody foreland and Hornhead. The mine once produced high quality quartzite for making high quality glass lenses.
Written 17 March 2015
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lilywhitescilldara
Monasterevin, Ireland83 contributions
Mar 2016
We traveled with the sole purpose of climbing Muckish. The morning was foggy but we convinced ourselves it would lift. It didn't. We reached the summit but could see no scenery on the way up. We could not see the cross it was that bad.
We got lost on the way and had to get Mountain Rescue. All ended well but take our advice.
We got lost on the way and had to get Mountain Rescue. All ended well but take our advice.
Written 23 March 2016
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C&C
Letterkenny, Ireland122 contributions
Oct 2014 • Solo
This is a haven for walkers or climbers who seek peace and tranquillity. When you get to the top of this mountain you look around and see, Derryveagh, Creeslough, North Derry and Antrim and so many other places. So enjoy when you get there its a treat and experience.
Written 8 November 2014
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Paul_41LD
Santry, Ireland129 contributions
Aug 2014 • Family
We climbed the Muckish in ok conditions. My youngest is 9 year's old and she was ok but only barely. I think any younger would struggle. We brought wet gear and needed it. You need boots and I'd recommend gaiters and walking sticks. Water and a picnic is good - you will need it but there aren't many places to stop and eat, and none on the flat (until you get to the top). The climb is worth it but tiring. We did the easier route, starting from the shrine along the route from Termon to Falcarragh. The views from the top are spectacular, although it takes a good 30 minutes to make your way along the top to get to the cross as the top is very stony. You can see Falcarragh, Tory Island, Horn Head, Creeslough, Ards, across to Downings, the Friary, right around to Glen Veagh. Getting down is a bit more difficult, and you need to be careful in some of the more slippy areas. We brought a Garmin eTrex to help us track our route (in case visibility dropped - which it didn't). Bring binoculars (which we forgot). Give yourself sufficient time to get up and down in daylight!
Written 20 August 2014
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Sharon H
Newtownards, UK5 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
Easy climb depending on which route you take. Impressive views from the top. Long saddle which is delightful to wak along at the top. Well worth a go even for the most novice of hillwalkers
Written 21 May 2015
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Dannydal
Derry53 contributions
July 2019
I climbed Muckish Mountain as part of a group organised by Irish Pilgrimage Trust. It was exceptionally well organised. with good advice before I set out and good directions on how to get to starting point. The starting point is a few miles past Glenveigh National Park turn right on the 256 road. There is a statue of the Virign Mary a few miles in this road and the starting point is just round the corner from this. You can see a big mound at the top of the mountain and when you get to the top you will realise that this is you destination. The route up the mountain was well marked by flags and a number of guides ensured that safety etc was well observed. When I got to the top along with more than 100 other climbers the weather had turned wet, misty and cold. Nevertheless I am very very pleased to have achieved this climb. I know that some organisers climbed Muckish the day before us and the weather and views were extraordinary.
Written 25 July 2019
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Keneff
Lisburn, UK211 contributions
Feb 2017
Muckish is visible over a wide area, and is instantly recognisable from its shape. There is a tarmac track which goes all the way to the (disused) quarry at its base. For climbers, there are two alternative routes to the top. Access is not obvious from maps, and certainly not from satnav. If you are planning to go, I recommend calling at the hotel or the heritage centre in the nearby town of Dunfanaghy for directions. Even for non climbers, there are paths around the base and the nearby Lough Agher, including some on a disused railway. If you find it once, you will be keen to return!
Written 13 February 2017
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Seamus Murphy
Letterkenny, Ireland729 contributions
Sept 2015 • Solo
My Wife and two dogs came up by the old miners path and it was hard work in some parts. The views from the top were well worth the climb.
There are some tricky bits and the ground can be dangerous in places. I wouldn't like to do it in fog or heavy rain. Once on top of the mountain it is like a scene from "Close encounters of the third kind". Remnants of old machinery belonging to the mine gives you some thought on how hard it must have been to work up on the mountain.
There are some tricky bits and the ground can be dangerous in places. I wouldn't like to do it in fog or heavy rain. Once on top of the mountain it is like a scene from "Close encounters of the third kind". Remnants of old machinery belonging to the mine gives you some thought on how hard it must have been to work up on the mountain.
Written 12 May 2016
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Hi, I'm due to stay near Ards Forest very soon as I did also the last two years. Last year myself and family attempted Muckish climb, I think we went via the Gap route. We got bogged down in horrible wet, sodden ground and couldn't really spot the path up. We aborted the mission sadly :(
Is the Miner's track a more straightforward climb with less boggy land to get through? I'm still determined to get up there!!! I have kids aged 10, and twins aged 8 - all very capable on their feet.
Written 9 April 2017
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