Cullyhanna Big, a region in County Armagh, Northern Ireland, provides access to diverse natural landscapes suitable for outdoor pursuits. Its location offers proximity to areas like Slieve Gullion Forest Park and the Ring of Gullion Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, alongside Gosford Forest Park. The terrain ranges from rugged, volcanic slopes to gentle forest paths, accommodating several sports like hiking, jogging, road cycling, and touring cycling. This variety makes Cullyhanna Big a base for exploring the natural environment.
24
Routes
123
People visited

13
hikers
5.60km
01:29
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

19.5km
05:06
140m
140m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

13.0km
03:30
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
hikers
12.9km
04:07
530m
530m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

8
runners
5.60km
00:37
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
runners
13.0km
01:23
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
16.6km
01:44
110m
100m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
7.71km
00:48
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

2
riders
20.9km
01:02
120m
120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
41.6km
02:54
600m
600m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
65.9km
03:56
470m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
78.4km
04:50
750m
750m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

26
riders
55.9km
02:31
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

13
riders
56.0km
02:27
540m
540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

7
riders
36.2km
01:41
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4
riders
56.9km
02:36
530m
530m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Cullyhanna Big provides access to diverse natural landscapes suitable for outdoor pursuits. Available activities include hiking, jogging, road cycling, and touring cycling. The region serves as a base for exploring areas like Slieve Gullion Forest Park and Gosford Forest Park.
Hiking trails are available in nearby Slieve Gullion Forest Park and Gosford Forest Park. Slieve Gullion offers woodland trails and mountain hikes, while Gosford provides diverse woodland and open parkland paths. More information is available in the guide for Hiking around Cullyhanna Big.
Yes, easy hiking options exist within the region, particularly in Gosford Forest Park with its varied woodland and open parkland trails. Slieve Gullion Forest Park also features tranquil woodland paths suitable for leisurely strolls. Explore easy hikes around Cullyhanna Big.
Cycling routes include forest road routes in Slieve Gullion Forest Park and multi-use trails in Gosford Forest Park. The broader Ring of Gullion offers road cycling routes up to 31 miles (50 km) long on country roads. Guides for Road Cycling Routes around Cullyhanna Big and Cycling around Cullyhanna Big are available.
Yes, running trails are available, particularly within the nearby forest parks. Gosford Forest Park offers multiple trails through diverse woodland and open parkland. Slieve Gullion Forest Park also features way-marked running trails. A guide for Running Trails around Cullyhanna Big can be consulted.
The primary natural attractions include Slieve Gullion Forest Park and the Ring of Gullion Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), an ancient volcanic landscape. Gosford Forest Park, with its diverse woodland and open parkland, is also a notable feature.
Yes, Slieve Gullion Forest Park offers panoramic views from the summit of Slieve Gullion, the highest peak in County Armagh. From this vantage point, the Mourne Mountains, Cooley Peninsula, and Lough Neagh are visible.
Gosford Forest Park offers facilities for mountain biking, including 10 miles (16 km) of multi-use trails. These trails feature green and blue graded family mountain bike routes with optional technical sections, a skills loop, and a pump track.
The Ring of Gullion is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and an ancient volcanic landscape. It is rich in Irish folklore, mythology, and archaeological sites, providing a captivating backdrop for outdoor adventures.
More than 140 komoot visitors have explored the Cullyhanna Big region. The area's diverse routes cater to various outdoor activities, including hiking, jogging, and cycling.
Yes, Slieve Gullion is steeped in mythology and features ancient sites. A notable historical element is a Neolithic passage tomb located at its summit, adding a cultural layer to the outdoor experience.
For information about the broader County Armagh area, which encompasses these attractions, visitors can consult Visit Armagh, the official visitor site. The Armagh Visitor Information Centre can be reached at +44 (0) 28 3752 1800.

