Lisnacree, a region in the Newry, Mourne and Down District, offers diverse terrain for outdoor activities. Situated near the Mourne Mountains Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and overlooking Carlingford Lough, the landscape features mountains, forests, and coastal views. This varied environment supports several sports like touring cycling, mountain biking, hiking, road cycling, and more.
Lisnacree provides numerous routes for outdoor enthusiasts seeking active experiences. More than 8,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in…
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4.6
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5.0
(1)
58
riders
54.2km
03:41
760m
760m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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6
riders
28.1km
01:52
460m
460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. 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.
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4.0
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13
hikers
3.51km
01:13
200m
190m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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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.

5.0
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39
hikers
2.58km
00:46
80m
80m
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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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.

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254
riders
31.1km
03:13
840m
840m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

69
riders
15.1km
01:35
450m
450m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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43
riders
17.2km
01:40
390m
390m
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.

7
runners
8.55km
01:22
470m
470m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
11.0km
01:32
480m
480m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16
riders
25.4km
02:04
630m
630m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
19.2km
01:49
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
riders
26.8km
01:39
360m
360m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
17.6km
01:35
520m
520m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Lisnacree offers a variety of outdoor activities including touring cycling, mountain biking, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features diverse terrain within the Mourne Mountains Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and views of Carlingford Lough.
Lisnacree provides diverse cycling opportunities. Touring cyclists can explore routes detailed in Cycling around Lisnacree. For road cycling, options are available in Road Cycling Routes around Lisnacree. Gravel biking routes are also available.
Yes, Lisnacree features well-signposted mountain bike trails that wind through forests and offer views of Carlingford Lough and the Mourne Mountains. Some sections can be technical. More information is available in MTB Trails around Lisnacree.
Lisnacree offers a range of hiking trails suitable for various fitness levels. Easy hikes, such as loops from Killowen or Kilkeel, typically last up to 2 hours with up to 1,000 feet (300 meters) of elevation gain. More challenging routes are also available within the Mourne Mountains AONB. Explore options in Hiking around Lisnacree and Easy hikes around Lisnacree.
Yes, Lisnacree offers easy hikes, such as loops from Killowen or the Cows in Mourne AONB loop from Kilkeel, which are suitable for various fitness levels. These typically last up to 2 hours with up to 1,000 feet (300 meters) of elevation gain. Komoot guides also feature easy hiking options.
Key natural landmarks include the Mourne Mountains Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), Silent Valley Reservoir, and the Cloughmore Stone. Carlingford Lough also provides scenic views from various routes. Slieve Foye Summit offers panoramic vistas.
Lisnacree is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 8,000 visitors having shared their experiences. Routes in the region have an average rating of 4.62 out of 5 stars, based on over 600 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Lisnacree, including Cycling around Lisnacree, MTB Trails around Lisnacree, Hiking around Lisnacree, and Easy hikes around Lisnacree. Guides for road cycling, jogging, and gravel biking are also available.
Hiking trails in Lisnacree range from easy to hard. Easy trails are up to 2 hours with 1,000 feet (300 meters) elevation. Moderate routes can be up to 5 hours with 3,000 feet (900 meters) elevation. Harder trails require very good fitness and can exceed 5 hours or 3,000 feet (900 meters) elevation.
For general inquiries about the Lisnacree area, contact the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council. Their website is www.newrymournedown.org, and the general council phone number is +44 (0) 330 137 4000. Local Visitor Information Centres, such as in Kilkeel, can also provide assistance.
Yes, Lisnacree offers opportunities for gravel biking. Routes are available that utilize the varied terrain of the region, suitable for gravel bikes. A dedicated guide, Gravel biking around Lisnacree, provides specific route information.

