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View of Glenariff Valley – Glenariff Forest loop from Cargan

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View of Glenariff Valley – Glenariff Forest loop from Cargan

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View of Glenariff Valley – Glenariff Forest loop from Cargan

02:31

29.6km

490m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 17, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 16.8 km for 57 m

Waypoints

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Parking

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14.8 km

Glenariff Waterfalls & Forest Park

Highlight • Forest

Nature reserve with waterfalls

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16.2 km

Glenariff Forest Park — Viewpoint and Trailhead

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is the starting point of both the scenic and waterfall trails around Glenariff Forest. Take a seat on one of the many picnic benches that look over the lush …

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16.4 km

View of Glenariff Valley

Highlight • Natural Monument

The vantage point is located directly at the large car park. From here also the start of the "Waterfall Trail"

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16.5 km

Bridge Over Inver River

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Stand on the bridge and feel the gushing waters of the Inver River beneath your feet.

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18.1 km

Nestled within the sensational landscapes of County Antrim, Glenariff Forest is a natural haven of tranquility and beauty. With its lush greenery, cascading waterfalls, and enchanting woodland trails, this forest offers the perfect location for a scenic nature walk.

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18.5 km

Viewpoint

29.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.0 km

10.6 km

3.73 km

2.28 km

1.97 km

Surfaces

13.5 km

10.2 km

4.36 km

1.47 km

Elevation

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Monday 18 May

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View of Glenariff Valley – Glenariff Forest loop from Cargan

Glenariff Waterfalls & Forest Park

Glenariff Forest Park — Viewpoint and Trailhead

View of Glenariff Valley

Visitor Centre

Bridge Over Inver River

Glenariff Forest

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