The walking route from Johnston’s Jolly to Quinn’s Post is one of the most compelling sections of the Gallipoli Peninsula, offering visitors a chance to explore some of the closest frontline positions of the 1915 Gallipoli Campaign. As you progress uphill from Lone Pine, the scale and intensity of the battles fought on these slopes become increasingly evident. The trenches here were often separated by only a few meters—a stark reminder of the fierce and relentless confrontations that took place.

Johnston’s Jolly

Located just 200 meters beyond Lone Pine, Johnston’s Jolly marks the site of bitter fighting. The preserved and partially reconstructed trenches provide a vivid sense of the soldiers’ harsh living conditions. These crumbling earthworks—supported by wooden struts—help visitors imagine the scene in 1915, when both Turkish and Anzac troops fought at extremely close range.

Courtney’s & Steele’s Post

A short walk of 300 meters brings you to Courtney’s & Steele’s Post, another critical position in the Gallipoli landscape. These interconnected front-line trenches formed part of a deadly stalemate where every meter of ground carried immense strategic importance. The narrow distance between opposing lines underscores the constant danger that defined daily life for the soldiers stationed here.

Quinn’s Post

Continuing 400 meters uphill, the path leads to Quinn’s Post, known in Turkish as Bomba Sırt or Yüzbaşı Mehmet Şehitliği. This site was one of the most exposed and fiercely contested positions on the peninsula. The trenches here were so close that they were separated only by the width of today’s modern road. Memorials and monuments throughout the area honor the soldiers who fought and fell during these intense encounters.

On the eastern side of Johnston’s Jolly, visitors will find the Turkish monument dedicated to the 125th Regiment, commemorating those who perished on Red Ridge (Kırmızı Sırt). At Quinn’s Post, the monument to Sergeant Mehmet stands in tribute to his extraordinary bravery—fighting on with rocks and his bare hands after exhausting his ammunition. Nearby, the Captain Mehmet Cemetery serves as a moving reminder of the sacrifices made on this ridge.

Walking this historic route from Johnston’s Jolly to Quinn’s Post provides a deeply reflective experience, highlighting the courage, endurance, and human cost of one of the most intense military engagements of the First World War. Today, the peaceful silence of the landscape contrasts sharply with the events of 1915, allowing visitors to honor the memory of those who served here.

How to Get There

The route begins near Lone Pine Cemetery, which is easily accessible by car from Eceabat. Visitors can follow the signposted road toward Johnston’s Jolly and continue on foot to Courtney’s, Steele’s Post, and Quinn’s Post. The area is also included in most guided Gallipoli battlefield tours.

Best Time to Visit

The ideal visiting months are April–June and September–November, with mild temperatures and clearer visibility. The route is especially significant during Anzac Day commemorations.