Mountains & hills · Northern Ireland
Trostan
Also known as: Trostán
In or near Cloughmills.
Trostan — Named summit at 550 m.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Trostan is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Also known as: Trostán. Wikidata describes it as: "Named summit at 550 m.". Coordinates: 55.0457°, -6.1554°.
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Official information
Trostan is the highest mountain in the Antrim Hills, reaching 550 meters. It features a high plateau with varied terrain, offering scenic views and multiple hiking routes, particularly the Moyle Way. The area is known for its tranquility and natural beauty, making it a popular spot for hikers seeking a peaceful experience.
From the Wikipedia article
Trostan (Irish: Trostán, meaning 'pole/staff') is a mountain in County Antrim, Northern Ireland and at 551 metres (1,808 feet) is the highest point in the county.
Excerpt from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. See the source article linked in Sources below.
- Coordinates
- 55.0457, -6.1554
- Address
- County Antrim, Northern Ireland
- Official site
- mountainviews.ie
Sources
- osm: n332372898 (ODbL)
- wikipedia: Trostan (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Trig point at summit of Trostan - geograph.org.uk - 642884.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Trostan?
- Trostan is in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
- What is Trostan?
- Trostan — Named summit at 550 m.
- How do I get to Trostan?
- Its coordinates are 55.0457°, -6.1554°.
- Is Trostan free to visit?
- Yes, Trostan is free to enter.