Things to Do around Beaghs

The Beaghs region offers a variety of outdoor activities, including touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and mountain biking. The area features diverse landscapes suitable for different skill levels and preferences.

The Beaghs region is part of the North West Trail, a circular cycle route that offers varied scenic landscapes. Specific sections like the Omagh Riverside Path to Gortnagarn provide a flat, 5.5-mile (8.9 km) cycle route along the Camowen River. Other routes around Omagh and Carrigans offer varied challenges.

Yes, the Sliabh Beagh Way is a 40-km (25-mile) walking trail that winds through the remote uplands of Tyrone, Monaghan, and Fermanagh. Additionally, Gortin Glen Forest Park and Pomeroy Forest offer various walking trails for different ability levels. For more information, refer to the Hiking around Beaghs guide.

An Creagán, a local cultural and environmental center, offers on-site trails including a 1.5KM (0.9-mile) Family Trail. Many of the easier walking and cycling routes, particularly those with mostly paved surfaces, are suitable for families. The Easy hikes around Beaghs guide provides further options.

The Beaghs region is characterized by its low, smooth summits, extensive blanket bog, and numerous small lakes and streams. Key features include Sliabh Beagh Mountain, the River Strule, Camowen River, and Lough Fea. Gortin Glen Forest Park also offers diverse natural landscapes.

The highest point in the Sliabh Beagh area is Sliabh Beagh Mountain, which reaches an elevation of 380 meters (1,250 ft). This upland blanket bog covers parts of Counties Monaghan, Fermanagh, and Tyrone.

The Beaghs region has more than 3,000 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. The routes in the area have an average rating of 4.67 out of 5 stars, based on over 300 ratings.

Komoot offers several guides for the Beaghs region, including Cycling around Beaghs, Hiking around Beaghs, and Road Cycling Routes around Beaghs. Guides for running, mountain biking, and easy hikes are also available.

Road cyclists can find varied challenges on rural roads with rolling terrain around Omagh and Carrigans. The Sperrins Route 3 - Struel Valley Cycle Route is an example of a road cycling option in the area. Refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Beaghs guide for more details.

Pomeroy Forest offers various biking trails suitable for different ability levels, including mountain biking. For more specific routes and information, consult the MTB Trails around Beaghs guide on komoot.

While there isn't a single official website for the entire Beaghs geographical region, the Sliabh Beagh Hotel and Tourism Centre serves as a local hub. Its associated website is www.knockatallon.com.

The Beaghs area is recognized as an internationally important wildlife area. It provides habitat for species such as the Red Grouse, Hen Harrier, and Curlew. Gortin Glen Forest Park also offers opportunities for spotting red deer and peregrine falcons.