Glencar Escarpment & the Glencarbury Mines
Hike the Glencar Escarpment and experience incredible views over the picturesque glacial valley of Glencar, home to the famous Glencar Waterfall and the more recently noted Devils Chimney Waterfall.
This guided Knocknarea Hike with the Famous Queen Maeve’s Grave is an enjoyable walk for anyone with an interested in history, nature or beautiful views and landscapes.
Quick Details
Duration: 2.5 hours
Age: Suitable for anyone with a basic level of fitness, a keen attitude and an adventurous nature.
What makes this tour unique?: You will hear the full story and more interesting facts from our guides during the tour. The area of Sligo bay is rich in pre-historic remains and shares similar monuments and natural shapes. From Knocknarea we will also take in views of Croaghan Mountain, Carrowkeel megalithic cemetery, Cairns Hill, the Ox Mountains, and Benbulben. We will also enjoy amazing views of Sligo and its surrounding areas.
About
This limestone mountain is 1073 feet. This visually striking mountain is monolithic in appearance and is situated in a prominent position on the Cúil Irra peninsula between the bays of Sligo and Ballisodare. At the Summit of the Knocknarea Hike is Queen Maeve’s Grave. This is a mound (or Cairn) of loose stones. These rocks conceal a Neolithic passage. The Cairn is about 55 metres (180feet) wide and 10 metres (33 feet) high, making it the largest such cairn in Ireland outside the Bru Na Boinn. The mound is known as Meascán Méabha and in English Maeve’s Grave or Maeve’s cairn.
There are number of passage tombs on top of Knocknarea Mountain but Maeve’s Cairn is by far the largest. In General the tombs are lined up North – South and seen to face Carramore tombs down in the land at the foot of the Mountain. Legend has it that Queen Maeve was buried standing up in her battle gear but there are reasons that this may not be true.
Cancellation Policy
- In the event of a cancellation the Customer must contact Northwest Adventure Tours directly in writing by email to: [email protected]
- Cancellations will not be accepted by text or phone call.
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Areas this adventure covers
Queen Maeve
Queen Maeve
Our Happy Visitors
Two knowledgeable, professional guides. Excellent standard of equipment & felt very safe even in challenging weather conditions at times. Excellent communication before & during the hike about meeting times. Notably making sure all participants were appropriately attired for the hike & willing to borrow gear to participants for the hike.
Highly recommend North West Adventure Tours. I’ll be back again!
Geraldine M
Slieve League Guided Hike with North West Adventure Tours
Our Happy Visitors
An amazing time was had with William & Barry of North West Adventure Tours.
We were a large family group with 8 adults & 9 kids. We had 2 great adventures, a night hike with camp fire, and Barry & William took the kids off on a day hike and adventure. Really brilliant tour guides, so informative and engaging….excellent with the kids. Could not recommend them more highly, we’ll be back!! Thanks again, Sonya
SMcG
Slieve League Guided Hike with North West Adventure Tours
Our Happy Visitors
Another great hike with Barry and William. This time up Kings mountain! They are great guides, really know their stuff, knowledge of the area, safety , geology and history. Top marks!!
Lorienaway
Kings mountain hike
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need hiking boots?
Yes, for most if not all of our hiking tours boots are essential. See the hike page you are enquiring about for full suggested list.
What clothing to bring?
Rain jacket/leggings. Warm layers, hats, gloves etc. Each hikes page has a full list of recommended kit.
How long is the hike?
Hike distance and estimated times are listed on each hike’s description page.
Can I bring my dog?
As much as we love our own doggie’s company, all our hikes are strictly dog free.
Is there age restrictions on hikes?
Yes, please see the hike description page that you are interested in for full info on age limits.
Can you run a hike that's no listed on your site, or can you run a hike in my area.
Yes, we can tailor hiking tours anywhere in Ireland UK and beyond.
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