UCD Mountaineering Club

Hiking, a.k.a. hillwalking is the art of walking in the mountains without getting lost. Scrambling is hiking on rougher, steeper ground - a little bit more exposed and adventurous (expect to be using your hands!). Either way, the emphasis is on getting fit, enjoying the views, the isolation, and the chat to be had with your fellow hikers en route. Hiking is one of the main activities of the club with at least one hike organised each Sunday during term. The club also runs a number of trips during the year that usually involve a number of hikes and whatever else members organise in their own capacity. Generally speaking, all club organised hikes do not involve any serious scrambling because of the level of care required by everybody involved. Hillwalking and scrambling are great activities to take part in if you are considering mountaineering in the Alps. Hillwalking will prepare you for the long walks and the steepness of the ground while scrambling will help you get your head into the right place for moving on exposed steep rock.

Check out the events sections for the full list of hikes and the next event.