Lower Balteagh is a townland located in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. This region is characterized by its diverse natural landscapes, offering access to the rugged coastal beauty of the wider Causeway Coast area and the varied terrain around Binevenagh and Lough Foyle. The geography includes coastal paths, upland plateaus, and forested sections, providing a range of environments for outdoor pursuits. These features make Lower Balteagh and its surroundings suitable for several sports like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, jogging, and…
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51.6km
04:02
900m
900m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

36.0km
02:19
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
riders
52.9km
03:56
790m
790m
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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47.5km
03:27
780m
780m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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32.8km
01:28
270m
260m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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29.8km
01:19
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
60.2km
02:38
430m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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44.2km
02:00
270m
270m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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61.4km
04:15
800m
800m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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32
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30.3km
01:51
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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127km
07:59
1,240m
1,240m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.4km
01:33
140m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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27
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.00km
01:03
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
6.74km
01:50
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
3.23km
00:52
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
4.00km
00:29
30m
30m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
27.4km
02:52
170m
170m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15.9km
01:40
90m
90m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Lower Balteagh offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Touring cycling. The region's diverse landscapes, from coastal paths to uplands, support a range of pursuits. Komoot users have shared more than 2,000 routes in the area.
Yes, Lower Balteagh features numerous road cycling routes. The wider County Londonderry area, including the Causeway Coastal Route, offers scenic options for cyclists. Find detailed routes and plans in the Road Cycling Routes around Lower Balteagh guide.
Hiking trails in Lower Balteagh range from easy walks to more challenging routes through varied terrain. Areas like Binevenagh, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, provide diverse landscapes for exploration. Consult the Hiking around Lower Balteagh guide for specific trails.
Yes, Lower Balteagh offers easy hiking options suitable for various fitness levels. These trails often explore coastal paths or less strenuous inland areas. Discover accessible routes in the Easy hikes around Lower Balteagh guide.
Lower Balteagh and its surrounding areas provide opportunities for mountain biking. The region's varied terrain, including some off-road sections, can accommodate mountain biking. Explore available routes in the MTB Trails around Lower Balteagh guide.
Lower Balteagh offers a selection of running trails through its diverse landscapes. Runners can find routes along the coast, through forested areas, or across uplands. Detailed options are available in the Running Trails around Lower Balteagh guide.
Key natural attractions near Lower Balteagh include Binevenagh, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty known for its cliffs and upland plateau. Lough Foyle, important for overwintering birds, and Benone Beach, extending for about 7 miles (11 kilometers), are also significant features. The broader Causeway Coast offers dramatic coastal scenery.
Lower Balteagh is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts on komoot, with more than 2,000 visitors having explored routes in the area. The routes shared by the komoot community have an average rating of 4.68 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Lower Balteagh, covering various sports. These include guides for Road Cycling, Hiking, Easy Hikes, MTB Trails, Running Trails, and Touring Cycling.
The terrain for cycling in Lower Balteagh and the surrounding region is varied. It includes coastal roads, upland sections, and some gravel paths, particularly around areas like Lough Neagh. Cyclists can expect a mix of flat sections and rolling hills, with some more challenging climbs in the uplands.
Yes, the broader region near Lower Balteagh offers long-distance cycling opportunities, such as the Causeway Coastal Route. This route extends from Belfast to Londonderry, providing options for multi-day road trips. It features extensive coastal views and varied landscapes suitable for touring cyclists.
The highest point near Lower Balteagh is Binevenagh Mountain, which rises to 1,263 feet (385 meters). This table-top plateau is part of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and offers expansive views of Lough Foyle and the surrounding landscapes. It is a significant landmark in the region.

