Welcome to the Cork Backpackers Hillwalking Club
The Cork Backpackers Hillwalking Club is one of the most active hiking and hillwalking clubs in Cork, exploring the hills and mountains of Munster every second Sunday. Typically, there are four levels of walks offered each Sunday to cater for different levels of fitness.
Purpose
The primary objective of the club is to encourage participation in hiking, hillwalking and mountain climbing activities. The club was founded in 1982 and is dedicated to providing opportunities for members to explore these outdoor pursuits in a way that is enjoyable, safe and supportive.
Environment
All activities are organised to foster a fun and friendly atmosphere, ensuring that each member feels welcome and included. The club values camaraderie, mutual respect and the spirit of adventure, making each outing a positive experience for all involved.
On Bank Holiday week-ends, we go further afield, staying at a particular location from Friday to Monday.
Why join our club? There are many great reasons…
It is a great way to explore the natural beauty of Ireland. We have 4 grades of walks every second Sunday in order that there is a walk to suit different levels of fitness and walking experience.
There are normally informal meetups at cafes or restaurants local to the walk locations before and after the walks – a great opportunity to go on a culinary adventure along with a mountain adventure!
For those who do not have a car of their own, then a lift to the walk can usually be arranged from our Cork city meeting point in Anglesea Street.
Boat Trip Cork Harbour August Weekend
Hill Walking Grades Hillwalking Gear
New Walkers Membership Application Having taken an enforced break because of Covid over recent years, the club’s social calendar is growing again. From social evenings in Cork city to our Christmas Party, Summer BBQ and cinema trips, joining the Cork Backpackers is also a great way to meet new people. Although the club is based in Cork city, we draw our members from the county and beyond.
Club members go on regular Bank Holiday weekends away to destinations around Ireland. Recent destinations have included the Burren, Leenane in Galway, The Mourne Mountains in Co. Down and Bunclody in Wexford. They are a great opportunity to explore new places and to get to know fellow club members.
In addition, our club is affiliated with Mountaineering Ireland giving you access to many benefits such as their insurance scheme and training courses.
Join us and check out our program of upcoming walks and events!