Pierce's Castle Climb – Pierce's Castle loop from Altaggart Mountain
Pierce's Castle Climb – Pierce's Castle loop from Altaggart Mountain
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Pierce's Castle Climb – Pierce's Castle loop from Altaggart Mountain
02:05
6.37km
300m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: February 27, 2026
Tips
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Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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123 m
Leitrim Lodge and Shanky's River
Highlight • River
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163 m
Leitrim Lodge and Game of Thrones Filming Location
Highlight • Historical Site
From the car park go through the gate, over the wee bridge and then take your choice of right to Yellow Water and Rostrevor, Straight up to Pierces Castle or left towards Rocky mountain.
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323 m
Pierce's Castle Climb
Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint
It's a tough one but the views from the top on a clear day are stunning!
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3.06 km
Pierce's Castle
Highlight • Natural Monument
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5.98 km
Leitrim Lodge River Crossing
Highlight • Trail
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6.37 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
3.58 km
2.79 km
Surfaces
5.38 km
765 m
186 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (440 m)
Lowest point (170 m)
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