Panoramic city and mountain views spread from the nature trails through a wildlife-rich landscape.The walk offers the opportunity to enjoy 180-degree views across the city of Belfast with the most amazing Vistas on a clear day and further afield, including the Antrim Plateau to the north, Scotland to the east and Mourne Mountains to the south. Divis and Black Mountain are the highest points boasting views across the north of Ireland. Divis or Dubhais in Irish meaning 'black ridge' refers to the dark basalt bedrock. This is a beautiful Moderate 3 Hour walk (5 miles/8km) out in the open with nature away from the hustle and bustle.
With spectacular panoramic views over Belfast, Divis and the Black Mountain is a haven for those seeking the wild countryside experience.
On a clear day there are views of Strangford Lough, the Mournes and the Sperrins, as well as Scotland and Donegal.
• 1,500 acre mosaic of upland heath and blanket bog
• Home to a wealth of flora and fauna and archaeological remains.
• Working farm environment with free grazing cattle and horses.
• Wear suitable clothing and footwear, bring refreshments, binoculars and a camera for all those unique photographic opportunities.
With spectacular panoramic views over Belfast, Divis and the Black Mountain is a haven for those seeking the wild countryside experience.
The mountains contain a mosaic of grassland heath and bog, habitats which support a varied and distinctive range of flora and fauna. is significant for biodiversity with red grouse, stonechats, skylark, snipe and other upland breeding birds, while peregrine falcons and ravens feed in the area. There are several occupied badger setts and on a walk through this habitat you may encounter a hiding Irish hare. A number of species found here in the mountains are identified as Northern Ireland Priority Species.
