Ballyrickard Beg, a region in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, features a diverse landscape well-suited for various outdoor pursuits. The area encompasses woodlands such as Woodburn Forest and Ballyboley Forest, alongside tranquil reservoirs like Killylane Reservoir. Its terrain includes scenic hills and coastal views, providing varied environments for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, and jogging.
Ballyrickard Beg offers numerous routes for outdoor activities, with more than 1,000 visitors having shared their experiences,…
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38
hikers
6.01km
01:36
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
2.69km
00:46
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
7.58km
02:05
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
3.84km
01:01
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
riders
94.7km
04:35
1,310m
1,310m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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29.5km
01:27
340m
340m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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riders
38.1km
01:50
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
45.7km
02:09
540m
540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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riders
61.4km
04:20
1,050m
1,050m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

91.1km
06:05
1,340m
1,340m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

107km
06:57
1,380m
1,380m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

42.6km
02:59
680m
680m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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304
runners
22.9km
02:25
190m
190m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
11.0km
01:10
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
7.23km
00:46
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.12km
00:39
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ballyrickard Beg offers a variety of outdoor activities including touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, and jogging. The region features diverse landscapes such as woodlands, reservoirs, and coastal views. More than 1,800 visitors have explored routes in the area, with an average rating of 4.76 out of 5 stars.
Ballyrickard Beg provides various touring cycling routes through its scenic landscapes. Cyclists can find detailed information and route suggestions in the Cycling around Ballyrickard Beg guide. These routes often pass through tranquil natural environments.
Yes, Ballyrickard Beg features numerous road cycling routes, ranging from challenging loops to moderate options. Examples include routes like 'Larne Town to Waterfoot loop – Antrim Coast & Glens' and the 'Glenoe Waterfall loop from Larne'. The Road Cycling Routes around Ballyrickard Beg guide offers further details.
Hiking trails in Ballyrickard Beg are available through woodlands and along reservoirs. Popular options include trails in Woodburn Forest and Ballyboley Forest. The Hiking around Ballyrickard Beg guide provides comprehensive information on these routes.
Ballyrickard Beg offers several trails suitable for jogging, particularly through areas like Ballyboley Forest and around Killylane Reservoir. These routes provide a peaceful setting for running. The Running Trails around Ballyrickard Beg guide details various options.
The region offers routes suitable for various fitness levels, including options that can be enjoyed by families. While specific 'family-friendly' routes are not explicitly detailed, the presence of moderate cycling options and easy hiking trails suggests accessible terrain. Woodburn Forest is noted as a suitable picnic spot for cyclists.
Cyclists in Ballyrickard Beg can encounter diverse natural features. These include the woodlands of Woodburn Forest and Ballyboley Forest, the tranquil Killylane Reservoir, and coastal views from Browns Bay Beach. Scawt Hill also offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
Key natural attractions in the Ballyrickard Beg area include Woodburn Forest, known for its varied flora and fauna, and Browns Bay Beach, offering scenic views. Killylane Reservoir is a pristine spot on open moorland, and Scawt Hill provides panoramic vistas. Ballyboley Forest features a wide variety of native tree species.
Ballyrickard Beg is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 1,800 visitors having explored its routes. The outdoor activities in the region have an average rating of 4.76 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for outdoor activities in Ballyrickard Beg. These include Cycling around Ballyrickard Beg, Road Cycling Routes around Ballyrickard Beg, Hiking around Ballyrickard Beg, and Running Trails around Ballyrickard Beg. An additional guide for Easy hikes around Ballyrickard Beg is also available.
The region offers cycling routes that cater to various skill levels, including moderate options. While not explicitly labeled 'beginner-friendly,' the availability of less challenging routes suggests suitable options for those new to cycling. The guides for cycling in the area can help identify appropriate paths.
For general tourism inquiries related to County Antrim and the Causeway Coast and Glens, which includes Ballyrickard Beg, contact Tourism Northern Ireland. Their general inquiries phone number is +44 (0) 28 90 441608. The Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council can also be reached at +44 (0) 28 7034 7034.

