Ballykeel is a region characterized by diverse landscapes, offering a range of outdoor activities. The area features a blend of low, rugged hills, ancient geological formations, and dramatic mountain ranges with granite peaks. Visitors can explore varied habitats including heath, bog, and woodland, alongside tranquil waterways and coastal stretches. This varied terrain provides opportunities for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
Ballykeel offers numerous routes for outdoor enthusiasts across…
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5.0
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90
hikers
3.63km
00:57
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25
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4.08km
01:07
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
hikers
11.8km
03:01
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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47.2km
02:57
540m
540m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
42.1km
02:40
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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86.1km
05:06
810m
810m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

49.2km
03:08
610m
610m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

53.6km
03:16
450m
450m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
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50.4km
03:00
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
24.1km
01:28
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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43
riders
81.6km
03:29
650m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

24
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32.3km
01:26
270m
270m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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48.1km
02:10
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

12
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36.9km
01:32
230m
230m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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7
runners
6.21km
00:39
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
16.8km
01:46
180m
180m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.9km
01:33
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
5.24km
00:33
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ballykeel offers a variety of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, and Jogging. The region features diverse landscapes, from rugged hills to dramatic mountain ranges. More than 2,000 visitors have shared their experiences, with routes averaging 4.43 out of 5 stars.
Ballykeel provides numerous cycling routes, utilizing minor country roads and forest tracks. Options range from demanding hill sections to more undulating terrain. Explore routes with guides such as Cycling around Ballykeel and Road Cycling Routes around Ballykeel.
Yes, Ballykeel offers mountain biking opportunities with trails featuring technical climbs, fast descents, and rugged forest environments. The broader region includes world-class trails at Castlewellan Mountain Bike Trails and Rostrevor Mountain Bike Centre. Find specific options in the MTB Trails around Ballykeel guide.
Ballykeel offers a wide range of hiking trails, from leisurely woodland paths to challenging mountain ascents. Popular options include routes around Slieve Gullion and within the Mourne Mountains. Discover trails through guides like Hiking around Ballykeel and Easy hikes around Ballykeel.
Ballykeel offers family-friendly options, particularly within areas like Slieve Gullion Forest Park and various forest parks in the Mourne Mountains. These locations provide accessible trails and recreational facilities suitable for families. Many routes are designed for varying abilities.
Ballykeel is characterized by diverse natural features, including the unique geological formations of the Ring of Gullion, with its low, rugged hills and the heather-clad Slieve Gullion. The Mourne Mountains offer dramatic granite peaks and tranquil valleys. Visitors can also find tranquil waterways like Camlough Lake.
Yes, Ballykeel includes cycling routes suitable for beginners, often utilizing minor country roads and less demanding forest tracks. These routes typically feature more undulating terrain rather than steep climbs. It is advisable to check route descriptions for specific difficulty levels.
Komoot offers several guides for Ballykeel, covering various sports. These include Cycling around Ballykeel, Road Cycling Routes around Ballykeel, Hiking around Ballykeel, Easy hikes around Ballykeel, MTB Trails around Ballykeel, and Running Trails around Ballykeel.
Outdoor routes in Ballykeel have received an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars from more than 2,000 visitors on komoot. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users who have explored the region's trails and paths.
Policies regarding dogs vary by specific location within the broader Ballykeel region, particularly in designated parks or protected areas. It is advisable to check local signage or specific park regulations before bringing dogs onto trails. Many forest parks generally permit dogs on leads.
The official website for the Ballykeel Community Centre is ballykeelcommunitycentre.lemonbooking.com. For broader tourism inquiries covering the Ring of Gullion, Mourne Mountains, and Strangford, information is available at www.visitmournemountains.co.uk.
For inquiries related to the Ballykeel Community Centre, the phone number is +442825633193. For broader tourism information covering the Mourne Mountains, Gullion, and Strangford areas, contact Visit Mourne Gullion Strangford at +44 (0) 33 0137 4046.

