Where to Walk

The Belfast Hills have seven main sites which are open to the public:

Before you go click here to download a PDF of our access code. This code provides general guidelines on how to look after yourself and the environment when out in the Hills. N.B. All directions are given from the centre of Belfast.

Belfast Hills Access Code

1. Plan ahead - know where to walk, what to wear and how to minimise waste.

2. Be safe - pay attention to signs, weather conditions & traffic levels.

3. Understand Access - know where you are allowed to go and leave gates as you find them.

4. Minimise impact - TAKE ALL LITTER HOME, extinguish matches & cigarettes carefully, don't pollute water.

5. Control dogs - Please keep dogs on a lead especially near farm animals.

6. Respect the countryside - don't disturb or feed wildlife.

7. Consider others - don't interfere with livestock, crops or machinery. Minimise noise.