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Slemish Mountain

Co. Antrim

Mountains
Short walkChallengingOn-lead requiredParking

The distinctive volcanic plug near Ballymena where St Patrick is said to have herded sheep — a short but steep, rugged climb to a panoramic summit. Fit, energetic dogs will relish the scramble and the big open views, but it's steep, exposed and grazed by livestock, so leads are essential near sheep. A small car park sits at the base; save it for confident hill dogs and drier days.