Explore Slieve Bloom Mountains

Discover the majestic Slieve Bloom Mountains, one of Europe’s oldest mountain ranges, rising to 527 metres in the heart of Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands.

The Slieve Blooms are a sanctuary of tranquility, where rolling hills, forest trails, waterfalls and quiet glens, waiting to be discovered at your own pace. A landscape rich in beauty and biodiversity it is home to an abundance of wildlife, native flora and bird species.

A network of looped walking trails offers something for every level of experience, from gentle forest strolls to more challenging hikes with rewarding panoramic views. Trailheads at Kinnitty, Cadamstown, Clonaslee, Glenbarrow and Monicknew provide access to some of the most scenic routes in the region, each revealing a different side of this beautiful mountain range.

In addition to walking and hiking, visitors can enjoy driving routes, and mountain bike trails throughout the Slieve Blooms, making it an ideal destinations for both relaxed exploration and active adventure.

Whether you’re listening to birdsong in a quiet woodland, following a river through a hidden valley, or taking in sweeping views across the Midlands, the Slieve Bloom Mountains offer a powerful sense of space, stillness and discovery.

For a full list of walks visit www.slievebloom.ie/walking

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Highlights
  • One of Europe’s oldest mountain ranges
  • Peak elevation of 527 metres
  • Rich biodiversity, birdlife and native flora
  • Network of looped scenic walking and hiking trails
  • Waterfalls, rivers and forests
  • Access points at Kinnitty, Cadamstown, Clonaslee, Glenbarrow and Monicknew
Useful Information

Walking & Hiking

Nature & Wildlife

Scenic Drives

Forest Trails

Photography

Outdoor Adventure

Getting There
Map Location: 53.074430, -7.613363
Contact Slieve Bloom Mountains

Kinnity, Co. Offaly, Ireland


W: slievebloom.ie

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