Dublin Mountains Challenge 2026
Join us on May 17th!
We're back!
The Barretstown Dublin Mountains Challenge is ON! Join us on Sunday, 17th May 2026.
You and your friends will once again have the opportunity to hike along the beautiful south Dublin foothills, while helping to raise vital funds for Barretstown.
In 2026, we are proud to celebrate our 12th DMC sponsored hike event, and it’s shaping up to be our best yet!
On Sunday, 17th May 2026, we return with our exclusive hiking event along the stunning Dublin Mountains Way, with 24km and 42km options available for participants. We would love YOU to join us on the day to help raise vital funds for children affected by cancer and other serious illnesses, and to enjoy plenty of fun along the way.
What's it all about?
The Dublin Mountains Challenge is an annual sponsored hike in aid of Barretstown.
The route follows the picturesque and way-marked Dublin Mountains Way, starting in Sean Walsh Park in Tallaght. You have a choice or 2 distances, 24km to Three Rock / Ticknock Forest or 42km, finishing at Bradys Pub in Shankill!
We will provide bus transfers from both finish points, back to the start line in Tallaght and the carpark at Tallaght Stadium.
It's going to be an incredible day together, so be sure to grab your spot before they all go!
Event Day Details
The event this year is our 12th annual sponsored hike along the beautiful Dublin Mountains Way. There will be two route distances on the day; both routes will begin at Tallaght Stadium, with the 24km route finishing at Three Rock, and the 42km route finishing at Shankill.
