Ballynahery is a region situated within Northern Ireland's Binevenagh Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), characterized by its dramatic landscapes and diverse natural features. The area features the distinctive headland of Binevenagh Mountain with its basalt cliffs, the expansive Magilligan Strand, and serene paths around Binevenagh Lake and within coniferous forests. These varied terrains provide a stimulating setting for outdoor activities, including several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, and jogging.
Ballynahery offers numerous…
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26
hikers
15.5km
04:37
390m
390m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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4.02km
01:02
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.83km
02:18
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.44km
01:48
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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50
riders
81.8km
03:27
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

22
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73.3km
03:02
240m
240m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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51.5km
02:21
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

15
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27.3km
01:12
120m
120m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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12
riders
100km
06:01
690m
690m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
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22.0km
01:18
140m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.0km
00:54
30m
30m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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53.0km
03:14
450m
450m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
runners
9.59km
01:00
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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18.2km
01:53
60m
60m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.22km
00:20
10m
10m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Ballynahery, situated within the Binevenagh Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offers various outdoor activities. These include hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, and jogging. The region's diverse landscapes provide stimulating settings for these sports.
Ballynahery offers a range of hiking trails suitable for different fitness levels. Options include easily accessible paths and more challenging ascents. Popular routes include the Binevenagh Hill loop and the Binevenagh Forest Circular Walk. More information is available in the Hiking around Ballynahery guide.
Ballynahery provides easy hiking routes suitable for beginners. These paths allow for exploration of the region's natural beauty without significant difficulty. Specific easy routes can be found in the Easy hikes around Ballynahery guide.
Ballynahery provides numerous cycling trails, including charming country roads and routes along the seacoast. Options range from easy rides to more demanding routes that may include unpaved segments. Guides such as Road Cycling Routes around Ballynahery and Cycling around Ballynahery offer specific routes.
The region features the distinctive headland of Binevenagh Mountain with its dramatic basalt cliffs. From viewpoints like Gortmore, panoramic views of Magilligan, Lough Foyle, and Inishowen are visible. Magilligan Strand, an 8-kilometer (5-mile) beach, and Binevenagh Lake are also notable natural features.
Ballynahery offers routes suitable for families, including easily accessible paths around Binevenagh Lake and within coniferous woodlands. These provide stimulating settings for outdoor exercise for various ages and skill levels. Specific routes can be explored through the available komoot guides.
Ballynahery is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 1,000 visitors having shared their experiences. Routes in the area have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Ballynahery, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Ballynahery, Road Cycling Routes around Ballynahery, Easy hikes around Ballynahery, Cycling around Ballynahery, and Running Trails around Ballynahery.
Yes, Ballynahery provides various routes suitable for jogging. The serene paths around Binevenagh Lake and within the coniferous woodlands of Binevenagh Forest offer stimulating settings for runners. The Running Trails around Ballynahery guide provides specific options.
Information about the Binevenagh Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty can be found on the Causeway Coast and Glens Heritage Trust website. The official website is ccght.org. For direct inquiries, the phone number for the managing body is (028) 2075 2100.
The Ballynahery area, part of the Binevenagh AONB, supports diverse ecosystems. It provides habitats for various animals, including peregrine falcons, foxes, badgers, otters, and Ireland's only reptile, the common lizard. Unique arctic-alpine plants and wildflowers also thrive here.

