Mourne Wall Challenge

County Down, Northern Ireland / Tuaisceart Éireann, United Kingdom

19.1 miles (30.7 km) · 8,320 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Mourne Wall Challenge is a 19.1-mile loop route in County Down, Northern Ireland / Tuaisceart Éireann, United Kingdom, gaining 8,320 feet of elevation. The route follows a rolling elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 3 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 3.1 miles gaining 2,241 feet at an average 15.9% grade. Only 34% of the terrain is runnable — expect substantial hiking throughout. The route both opens and finishes with a climb.