Lackan Road – Scarva Village loop from Scarva

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Lackan Road – Scarva Village loop from Scarva

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Lackan Road – Scarva Village loop from Scarva

05:24

89.1km

720m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 45.5 km for 176 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.65 km

Campbell's Lock

Highlight • Monument

Lock complex on the old Newry Canal, just south of Scarva. The stone lock walls, the narrow canal profile, and the quiet, green surroundings make this a characteristic point along …

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26.8 km

Lackan Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Beautiful smooth Tarmac with stunning views off the Mourne Mountains, mostly quiet from traffic to afford you time to have a good look around at the scenery

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40.7 km

Shimna River in Tollymore Forest Park

Highlight • Bridge

Forest paths along the Shimna river marked by many curiosities, both natural and artificial. Rocky outcrops, bridges, grottos and caves. Elsewhere in the park the tree lover can find exotic …

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44.0 km

Shimna River

Lake

45.6 km

Archaeological Site

47.8 km

Maghera Round Tower

Highlight • Monument

The ruined round tower marks the site of an early church founded by the 6th-century St Domongart (Donard), after whom the highest peak in the Mourne Mountains is named. The …

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52.6 km

Birch

Highlight • Other

Great coffee and snacks!

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53.9 km

Castlewellan Peace Maze

Highlight • Structure

See if you can find your way to the peace bell in the centre of the maze. Castlewellan Peace Maze, is one of the world's largest permanent hedge mazes representing …

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88.8 km

Lottie's Café

Highlight • Cafe

quick service with plenty of space

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89.0 km

Scarva Village

Highlight • Historical Site

Village on the Newry cycle path. There is also a Scarva pilbox - one of many left over from the 2nd World War. Worth seeking out if you've got the time.

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