Benagh Lower, a townland in County Down, Ireland, offers a varied landscape for outdoor activities. Situated near the Mourne Mountains and Carlingford Lough, the region features diverse terrain suitable for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and mountain biking. The area's geography includes mountainous ascents, serene lough views, and forested trails, providing a range of environments for outdoor pursuits in Benagh Lower.
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4.5
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Average rating
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4.8
(6)
33
hikers
15.4km
05:26
780m
780m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
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113
hikers
12.0km
04:16
610m
610m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
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79
hikers
7.29km
01:56
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28
hikers
12.4km
04:00
530m
530m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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58
riders
54.2km
03:41
760m
760m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
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25.3km
01:29
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

29.2km
01:55
350m
350m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

30.2km
01:51
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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22.9km
02:48
870m
870m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

7
riders
28.3km
02:34
710m
710m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
41.3km
03:57
1,170m
1,170m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
69.9km
04:20
630m
630m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
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64
riders
68.9km
03:01
650m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

60
riders
65.8km
02:35
240m
240m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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50
riders
53.1km
02:10
280m
280m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

38
riders
63.1km
02:32
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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59
runners
19.7km
02:02
80m
80m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

29
runners
6.03km
00:41
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
5.25km
00:33
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
5.37km
00:34
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Benagh Lower offers a diverse range of outdoor activities including touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and mountain biking. The region's varied landscape, from mountains to lough views, supports these different sports. More than 3,500 visitors have explored routes in the area.
Yes, Benagh Lower features various touring cycling routes, utilizing quiet and scenic country roads. These routes often pass through diverse natural and cultural heritage attractions. For detailed options, refer to the Cycling around Benagh Lower guide.
The area around Benagh Lower provides beautiful road biking routes, with options for exploring the countryside. These routes are characterized by scenic country roads. Specific routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Benagh Lower guide.
Kilbroney Park, located near Rostrevor, is a key attraction offering well-signposted mountain bike trails. These trails wind through dense forests and provide views of Carlingford Lough and the Mourne Mountains. The MTB Trails around Benagh Lower guide provides further details.
Benagh Lower is surrounded by numerous hiking opportunities, with trails ranging from easy walks to more challenging ascents. Options include paths within the Mourne Mountains, around Silent Valley Reservoir, and in Kilbroney Park. The Hiking around Benagh Lower guide offers comprehensive information.
Yes, the region offers easy hiking trails suitable for beginners and families. These include well-maintained paths around the Silent Valley Reservoir and various walking trails within Kilbroney Park. For specific easy options, consult the Easy hikes around Benagh Lower guide.
Notable natural features include the majestic Mourne Mountains, the tranquil Silent Valley Reservoir, and the scenic Carlingford Lough. The massive Cloughmore Stone, an erratic stone weighing approximately 50 tons, is also a significant landmark. Kilbroney Park offers forested trails and views.
Yes, the numerous walking and cycling trails throughout Kilbroney Park, around the Silent Valley Reservoir, and other scenic routes are suitable for jogging. These paths offer varied terrain and inspiring scenery for runners. The Running Trails around Benagh Lower guide lists options.
Benagh Lower is a popular destination for outdoor activities, with more than 3,500 visitors sharing their experiences on komoot. The available routes have received an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 stars from approximately 300 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Benagh Lower, covering various sports. These include Cycling around Benagh Lower, Hiking around Benagh Lower, Road Cycling Routes around Benagh Lower, Running Trails around Benagh Lower, Easy hikes around Benagh Lower, and MTB Trails around Benagh Lower.
As Benagh Lower is a townland, it does not have its own dedicated tourism website. Visitor information for the broader County Down and Northern Ireland region can be obtained through Tourism Northern Ireland. Their website is www.discovernorthernireland.com.

