Lower Drummans is a region in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland, offering a varied landscape suitable for outdoor activities. The area features coastal paths, rolling hills, and distinctive cliff-tops, notably within the Binevenagh Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This terrain provides opportunities for several sports like hiking, jogging, touring cycling, and road cycling. Its proximity to the Inishowen Peninsula further enhances its appeal for outdoor enthusiasts.
Lower Drummans provides numerous routes for outdoor activities, catering…
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9.48km
02:50
300m
300m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.46km
01:54
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170m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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8.01km
02:39
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260m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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4.82km
01:23
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120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
15.5km
02:00
390m
390m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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5.46km
00:48
170m
170m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.76km
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7.86km
00:56
200m
200m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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49.7km
03:25
870m
870m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38.0km
02:27
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25.5km
01:50
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540m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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50.5km
02:02
290m
290m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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48.4km
02:12
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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17.6km
00:48
150m
150m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

9
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Lower Drummans is located in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. It is situated near the Binevenagh Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and the Inishowen Peninsula.
Lower Drummans offers opportunities for various outdoor activities, including hiking, jogging, touring cycling, and road cycling. The region features coastal paths, rolling hills, and cliff-top landscapes.
Popular hiking routes include the Inishowen Head loop & Crocknasmug, a 5.9-mile (9.5 km) trail with coastal views, and the Binevenagh Hill and Lake loop, a 3.4-mile (5.5 km) path ascending Binevenagh hill. The Eagle Hill loop is another 3.0-mile (4.8 km) trail in the Binevenagh area. More options are available in the Hiking around Lower Drummans guide.
Yes, Lower Drummans offers easy hiking trails suitable for various fitness levels. These routes provide access to the region's landscapes without significant elevation changes. Specific easy routes can be found in the Easy hikes around Lower Drummans guide.
Lower Drummans provides routes for both touring cycling and road cycling, traversing scenic coastlines and country roads. The Binevenagh AONB area supports various recreational cycling activities. Explore options in the Cycling around Lower Drummans and Road Cycling Routes around Lower Drummans guides.
The region features dramatic cliff-tops, notably at Binevenagh, which marks the western limit of the Antrim basalt plateau. Other features include the artificial Binevenagh Lake on a cliff-top, and diverse terrain with rolling hills, canyons, and extensive dune systems like Magilligan Strand.
Yes, Lower Drummans offers suitable paths for jogging. The presence of a 'Lower Drummans parkrun' indicates opportunities for organized jogging and walking. Additional routes can be found in the Running Trails around Lower Drummans guide.
Routes in Lower Drummans are popular among outdoor enthusiasts. More than 1,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.67 out of 5 stars for routes in the area.
Komoot offers several guides for Lower Drummans, including Hiking around Lower Drummans, Running Trails around Lower Drummans, Easy hikes around Lower Drummans, Cycling around Lower Drummans, and Road Cycling Routes around Lower Drummans.
For general tourism information about Northern Ireland, visit discovernorthernireland.com. For information specific to the Inishowen Peninsula, visit visitinishowen.com. The official website for the local parkrun is lowerdrummans.parkrun.com.
Lower Drummans offers various trails that can be suitable for families, particularly the easier hiking and walking routes. These paths allow for exploration of the region's natural beauty. Consult the Easy hikes around Lower Drummans guide for suitable options.

