Walk & Explore
Slieve Foye
Carlingford’s mountain backdrop, with rewarding walking routes and wide views across the lough and Cooley Peninsula.
About Slieve Foye
Worth the climb.
Rising above Carlingford, Slieve Foye is one of the area’s best-known outdoor landmarks. It’s ideal for visitors looking to spend a few hours walking, taking in the scenery and seeing the village and lough from above.
Category
Walk & Explore
Duration
2–3 hours
Distance
10 min drive
Good For
Views & Hiking
The Experience
See Carlingford from above.
The routes around Slieve Foye offer a completely different view of Carlingford, with the lough, Mourne Mountains and surrounding countryside opening up as you climb.
Allow enough time to take it slowly, wear suitable footwear and keep an eye on the weather before setting off.
Useful Information
Before you go.
What To Bring
Walking shoes & layers
Best Conditions
Dry, clear weather
Getting There
Short drive from the village
Allow
Around 2–3 hours
Location
Close enough for an easy adventure.
Slieve Foye sits directly above Carlingford, making it an easy addition to a weekend stay at The Old Boat House.
Keep Exploring
More around Carlingford.
Stay A Little Longer
Make a weekend of it.
Stay in the heart of Carlingford and explore everything around you at your own pace.