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Title: Whats the crack?
Post by: christopher on April 14, 2016

Newbie from Larne. Where do I start all new to me? Came across the forum on Facebook when searching for hiking in the mountains. Thank you for having me.

Title: Re: Whats the crack?
Post by: Glenn B on April 15, 2016

Welcome to the forum mate.

Title: Re: Whats the crack?
Post by: christopher on April 15, 2016

Thank you very much mate.

Title: Re: Whats the crack?
Post by: specimanYak on April 17, 2016

Hi Christopher, welcome to the forum.
From Larne, you're on the door-step of the Sallagh Braes and The Antrim Hills, well worth a visit and a great place to start hiking in. The Mournes are wonderful but it's always great to explore your own backyard and you'll get stunning views along the coast. You can walk out the Killyglen Rd to the Sallagh Braes, it's less than six miles to Knockdhu, so it's highly do-able.

Alternatively you can get to the Braes and Antrim Hills from the Linford car-park on the Feystown Rd, behind Ballygally. This'll give you easier access to longer sections of The Antrim Hills.

http://mountainviews.ie/mv/index.php?walk=60

https://goo.gl/EyN1iS
https://goo.gl/48QvIi

Title: Re: Whats the crack?
Post by: christopher on April 17, 2016

The glens are stunning. I was thinking glenariff to start with but il have a look at these.  Thanks again for the reply.

Title: Re: Whats the crack?
Post by: RedLeader on April 18, 2016

Welcome Christopher. Glenarrif is awesome and you can make your way out the top and head all the way up Trostan if you're feeling particularly energetic  8). Plus it has Laragh Lodge which is a great place for a spot of lunch and a swift half :)

Title: Re: Whats the crack?
Post by: christopher on April 18, 2016

Thank you mate. Sounds like a romantic day trip with the Mrs is on the cards.