Description
The Bricklieve mountains/hills overlook stunning Lough Arrow. What's special about the mountain range is that they are dotted with ancient passage tombs known as the Carrowkeel Tombs.
The Bricklieve mountains highest hill is Carrowkeel which is 321 meters high.
At the trailhead is a small car park. From here, you can walk along the stunning valley trail which brings you towards the Carrowkeel Tombs. One of the large tombs you will see is 5000 years old and is aligned with the setting sun on the summer solstice.
There are 21 passage tombs in the complex, all of them located at different positions on the hilltops. The Carrowkeel tombs are protected National Monuments and are considered one of the large passage tomb cemeteries in Ireland
Facilities:
Small car park
Picnic bench
Walk/climb:
The Bricklieve mountains highest hill is Carrowkeel which is 321 meters high.
At the trailhead is a small car park. From here, you can walk along the stunning valley trail which brings you towards the Carrowkeel Tombs. One of the large tombs you will see is 5000 years old and is aligned with the setting sun on the summer solstice.
There are 21 passage tombs in the complex, all of them located at different positions on the hilltops. The Carrowkeel tombs are protected National Monuments and are considered one of the large passage tomb cemeteries in Ireland
Facilities:
Small car park
Picnic bench
Walk/climb:
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Mountain Safety: Be Prepared for Irish Weather
Never climb a mountain unprepared. Even on a modest summit , conditions can shift with surprising speed. The Irish weather has a habit of turning from calm to challenging in minutes, and visibility can deteriorate quickly, especially once you leave the shelter of forest and step onto the open hillside. What begins as a pleasant stroll can suddenly feel very different if mist rolls in or the wind picks up.
Carrying proper clothing, a map or navigation app, water, and a charged phone makes all the difference. Good preparation doesn’t just keep you safe—it lets you relax and enjoy the walk, knowing you’re ready for whatever the mountain throws your way. Not sure how to tackle the mountain, contact one of Sligo's outdoor adventure companies who gladly guide you up the mountain.
Carrying proper clothing, a map or navigation app, water, and a charged phone makes all the difference. Good preparation doesn’t just keep you safe—it lets you relax and enjoy the walk, knowing you’re ready for whatever the mountain throws your way. Not sure how to tackle the mountain, contact one of Sligo's outdoor adventure companies who gladly guide you up the mountain.