- Distance · Approx. return
- ~6.8 km
- Difficulty
- Strenuous
Before your visit
- Start
- Council car park Trassey Road northern foot Clonachullion Hill; J311314
- Distance
- Approximately 6.8 km, including the return.
- Terrain
- Stiles, unsurfaced path, two river fords, bare rock, boulder field.
- Dogs
- Leads required
- Facilities
- Parking at Trassey Road; nearby Meelmore Lodge lists café and toilets. Check the operator before relying on them.
Checked 9 October 2026. WalkNI — Hare’s Gap
For current opening, charges and access, check the operator before travelling. Bring what you need rather than relying on refreshments being open.
The walk
Walk from the Trassey Road car park to Hare’s Gap, then return the same way. The distance covers this out-and-back walk; summit extensions and the Brandy Pad add to the day.
Underfoot
Unsurfaced paths, stiles, river fords, bare rock and a boulder field on the climb to the pass. Water levels and exposed weather can change the difficulty. Bring mountain navigation equipment.
Start & access
Start: Trassey Road council car park. Source grid reference J311314.
Use the designated car park and the stiles; leave gates closed and keep dogs on leads. Much of the route crosses private land with access by landowner goodwill. Check the route’s access information and local signs.
Route map & access at WalkNI — Outdoor Recreation Northern Ireland
Give yourself enough time
Allow for your group’s pace, terrain, stops and daylight. Leave enough time and energy for the return journey.
Sources & walk details
Checked 8 October 2026. Original grade: Strenuous. Distances rounded for comparison. Where time or ascent is unavailable, no estimate is supplied. A summit height is different from a walk’s total ascent. About the route information.