This Special Area of Conservation (SAC) which is managed by Forest Service encompasses the largest expanse of European Dry Heath in Northern Ireland. The trail begins at the Slieve Gullion Courtyard Centre car park and leads uphill, following country lanes, forest trails and mountain paths. The route continues up the slopes, steeper and steeper, until the summit plateau, the undisputed highlight of the walk. There is a Neolithic burial chamber, the highest passage tomb in Ireland, and spectacular views of the Mourne Mountains and Carlingford Lough. Further along the plateau is Calliagh Berra’s Lough, associated with Irish myths and legends. Descending the north side of the mountain you eventually come to Killevy Old Church and St Moninna’s Well. A country lane leads back to the Courtyard Centre and car park. These walks are situated in a working forest environment and may be subject to diversion and closure from time to time. Up to date information is available on the Forest Service web site www.forestserviceni.gov.uk