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Thomas's Quarry and Waterfall – Donard Park Waterfall loop from Shimna River

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Thomas's Quarry and Waterfall – Donard Park Waterfall loop from Shimna River

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Thomas's Quarry and Waterfall – Donard Park Waterfall loop from Shimna River

03:45

29.4km

850m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 11, 2026

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Mourne AONB

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.23 km

Stepping Stones, Tollymore Forest Park

Highlight • Forest

Here it is a joy to cross the Schimna River, a wonderful change.

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3.34 km

Tollymore Forest Game of Thrones Filming Location

Highlight • Historical Site

If you're a Game of Thrones fan, then you're in luck. This exact spot is where the well-known scene of the Direwolf puppies being found and assigned to each of the 5 stark children was filmed.

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5.40 km

The Drinns

Viewpoint

5.80 km

View of Tollymore Forest

Highlight • Viewpoint

6.42 km

View of Newcastle and the Mourne Mountains from the Curraghard Summit

Highlight • Viewpoint

Fantastic views over Newcastle and Mournes

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7.09 km

Tollymore Forest Park Gravel Path

Highlight • Forest

The Tollymore Forest Park sits at the foot of the Mourne Mountains and provides a leafy oasis where you can enjoy some fresh air and relaxation. You'll follow a connection …

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11.1 km

Thomas's Quarry and Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Thomas's quarry and the waterfall are great but don't miss the great views you get higher up with the Drinneevar quarry loop walk which connects with the granite trail hike.

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14.6 km

Donard Park Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Donard Park is a beautiful public space located at the foothills of the Mourne Mountains in Newcastle, Northern Ireland. The park boasts some wonderful views of the mountains, including up …

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29.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.6 km

5.68 km

4.72 km

296 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

17.5 km

7.07 km

3.55 km

1.21 km

107 m

Elevation

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

Weather

Thursday 16 July

22°C

12°C

2 %

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Thomas's Quarry and Waterfall – Donard Park Waterfall loop from Shimna River

Stepping Stones, Tollymore Forest Park

Tollymore Forest Game of Thrones Filming Location

View of Tollymore Forest

View of Newcastle and the Mourne Mountains from the Curraghard Summit

Tollymore Forest Park Gravel Path

Thomas's Quarry and Waterfall

Donard Park Waterfall

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