Ballybrack is a region in Ireland offering diverse landscapes for outdoor activities, primarily found in County Dublin and County Cork. Ballybrack in County Dublin benefits from its immediate access to the extensive Dublin Mountains, providing varied terrain from gentle slopes to more challenging trails. Further south, Ballybrack Woods in Douglas, County Cork, offers a tranquil semi-urban woodland setting. These areas provide opportunities for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, and jogging.
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3.49km
00:55
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16.2km
04:24
220m
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.67km
01:12
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.81km
00:58
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10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
63.7km
04:13
900m
900m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.3km
01:55
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370m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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69.6km
04:32
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32.3km
01:54
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140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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59.2km
02:46
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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60.7km
02:50
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660m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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46.4km
02:18
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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24.9km
01:05
170m
170m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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runners
8.68km
00:54
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.63km
01:01
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.0km
01:48
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150m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.66km
00:41
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ballybrack offers opportunities for hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, and jogging. The region includes diverse landscapes in County Dublin and County Cork, providing varied terrain for these activities. More than 3,600 visitors have explored routes here, with an average rating of 4.57 stars.
Hiking opportunities in Ballybrack are primarily found in two locations. Ballybrack, County Dublin, provides access to the extensive Dublin Mountains. In County Cork, Ballybrack Woods in Douglas offers a semi-urban woodland trail. Explore various options in the Hiking around Ballybrack guide.
Yes, Ballybrack offers easy hiking options suitable for various fitness levels. Ballybrack Woods in Douglas, County Cork, features a way-marked trail that is 0.7 miles (1.2 km) long and generally flat. For more options, consult the Easy hikes around Ballybrack guide.
Ballybrack offers both road cycling and touring cycling routes. The wider County Dublin area provides varied landscapes for cyclists. For specific routes, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Ballybrack and Cycling around Ballybrack guides.
Yes, Glencullen Adventure Park (The GAP) is located on Ballybrack Road and offers extensive mountain biking trails. It features over 35 downhill trails, a skills area, and a pedal-up track. This park is recognized as Ireland's largest collection of mountain biking trails.
Ballybrack Woods in Douglas, County Cork, is a semi-urban woodland covering approximately 18.5 acres (75,000 square meters). The Douglas river runs through it, providing a natural habitat for brown trout and otters. The woods are also an important refuge for native bat species.
Ballybrack Woods in Douglas, County Cork, offers an easy, way-marked trail suitable for family groups, including children and the elderly. The trails are generally flat with smooth surfaces and gentle slopes. This makes it an accessible option for a leisurely family outing.
Ballybrack, County Dublin, provides access to the Dublin Mountains, which feature key hiking destinations such as Two Rock, Three Rock, Tibradden, Ticknock, Montpelier Hill, and Glenasmole. These areas are crossed by the Dublin Mountains Way and offer over 14,800 acres (6,000 hectares) of forest cover.
Ballybrack is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 3,600 visitors having shared their experiences. Routes in the region have received an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars from over 360 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
Komoot offers several guides for Ballybrack to help plan outdoor adventures. These include Hiking around Ballybrack, Road Cycling Routes around Ballybrack, Cycling around Ballybrack, Easy hikes around Ballybrack, and Running Trails around Ballybrack.
Ballybrack offers various jogging trails suitable for different preferences. Both the Dublin Mountains in County Dublin and Ballybrack Woods in County Cork provide suitable paths. For detailed options, consult the Running Trails around Ballybrack guide.
For general inquiries related to Ballybrack, particularly in County Dublin, you can contact the Ballybrack Project Centre. Their phone number is +35312350778. Additional information may be available through the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council website.

