Creggan Duff is a townland located in County Armagh, Northern Ireland, situated within the distinctive Ring of Gullion Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). This region is characterized by its unique geological formations, including the extinct volcano Slieve Gullion, which is the highest point in County Armagh. The landscape offers a mix of forests, loughs, heath, and bog, providing varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, jogging, and road cycling.
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11.3km
03:05
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

19.5km
05:06
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

13.0km
03:30
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.61km
01:33
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220m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
13.0km
01:23
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10.9km
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160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.61km
00:42
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220m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2.76km
00:28
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190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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55.9km
02:31
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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56.0km
02:27
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540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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68.7km
03:06
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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36.2km
01:41
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Creggan Duff, situated within the Ring of Gullion AONB, provides opportunities for hiking, jogging, and road cycling. The region features diverse landscapes including forests, loughs, heath, and bog. Users have shared more than 600 experiences, with an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 stars.
Hiking trails are available in Creggan Duff, offering varied terrain from forest paths to the slopes of Slieve Gullion. The area's geology, archaeology, and wildlife can be explored on foot. For specific routes, consult the Hiking around Creggan Duff guide.
Road cycling routes in Creggan Duff navigate the scenic roads winding through the Ring of Gullion AONB. These routes allow cyclists to experience the region's unique geological formations and landscapes. Detailed options are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Creggan Duff guide.
Creggan Duff offers suitable paths for jogging and running, particularly within its forested areas and along scenic routes. These trails provide an active way to experience the natural beauty of the Ring of Gullion. Information on routes can be found in the Running Trails around Creggan Duff guide.
Yes, Creggan Duff offers accessible trails suitable for families and those seeking easier walks. Slieve Gullion Forest Park provides woodland trails and award-winning play facilities. For specific easy routes, refer to the Easy hikes around Creggan Duff guide.
Key natural features include Slieve Gullion mountain, an extinct volcano and the highest point in County Armagh at 1,880 feet (573 meters). The area is also known for its unique ring dyke geology, forests, and loughs like Calliagh Beara's Lough and Cam Lough. Ancient sites such as the Passage Tomb on Slieve Gullion's summit are also notable.
Slieve Gullion is an extinct volcano and the highest mountain in County Armagh, reaching an elevation of 1,880 feet (573 meters). It is central to the Ring of Gullion AONB and offers panoramic views from its summit. The summit also hosts the highest Passage Tomb in the British Isles.
The Ring of Gullion AONB is a region celebrated for its unique geological formations, rich cultural heritage, and diverse landscapes. It is renowned for being a unique geological landform—a ring dyke—unparalleled in Ireland or the UK. The area encompasses Slieve Gullion mountain, forests, and loughs.
Creggan Duff has garnered significant interest on komoot, with more than 600 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes in the area have an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 stars. This indicates a positive reception from the komoot community for its outdoor offerings.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Creggan Duff to help plan outdoor activities. These include guides for Hiking around Creggan Duff, Running Trails around Creggan Duff, Road Cycling Routes around Creggan Duff, and Easy hikes around Creggan Duff.
Creggan Duff and the broader Ring of Gullion are rich in ancient heritage. Notable historical sites include the Passage Tomb on Slieve Gullion's summit, which is the highest in the British Isles. Portal tombs at Ballykeel also date back thousands of years, reflecting over 6,000 years of human habitation.
Further information about the Ring of Gullion AONB, which encompasses Creggan Duff, can be found on its official website, ringofgullion.org. For broader tourism inquiries related to the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council area, visitarmagh.com is available. General tourism inquiries can also be made by phone at 028 4066 0644.

