Lion's Gate walking trail

This walking trail around Downhill Demesne provides the shortest and easiest route to Mussenden Temple. Starting at the Lion's Gate entrance, you'll be taken on a blissful journey through the Walled Garden, along the clifftop path overlooking breath-taking views of the Atlantic ocean, to the iconic Mussenden Temple.
Start point
Lion's Gate car park, DownhillTrail information
*This route includes gravel and grass paths on moderate-to-steep gradients. Depending on the weather, this trail can become slippery.
**There is a short, high-gradient trail beyond the Dove Cote on the path to Mussenden Temple.
***As livestock is present all-year round, dogs should be kept on a lead at all times during the trail.
Get in touch
Mussenden Road, Castlerock, County Londonderry, BT51 4RP