Townparks Of Magherafelt, a townland within the broader Magherafelt area in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland, offers a landscape that blends gentle terrain with more challenging features. The region is characterized by local roads, green spaces, and proximity to the Sperrin Mountains and Slieve Gallion, providing varied elevation. This diverse topography supports several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, and jogging.
Townparks Of Magherafelt provides more than 30 routes for outdoor activities, with…
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4.3
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Average rating
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5.0
(6)
46
hikers
9.27km
02:53
370m
370m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
16.5km
04:52
490m
480m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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12.8km
03:46
380m
380m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

33.4km
09:37
830m
830m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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120km
07:18
1,030m
1,030m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
49.0km
02:56
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
40.0km
02:22
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
52.0km
02:07
270m
270m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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103km
04:31
1,020m
1,020m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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27.8km
01:12
160m
160m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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85.1km
03:33
590m
590m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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13
runners
6.49km
00:41
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.2km
01:22
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.5km
01:05
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.75km
00:36
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Townparks Of Magherafelt offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, and jogging. The region features diverse terrain, from gentle paths to more challenging mountainous areas, suitable for various skill levels.
Hiking opportunities range from easy walks to more challenging trails. Iniscarn Forest offers a 3.8-mile (6.1 km) out-and-back trail, popular with hikers. Mountain paths leading to summits and various forest trails are also available.
Townparks Of Magherafelt provides routes suitable for road cycling, utilizing local roads and varied terrain. Cyclists can explore options detailed in guides such as Road Cycling Routes around Townparks Of Magherafelt.
Jogging routes include a 4.0-mile (6.5 km) loop from Magherafelt and an 8.2-mile (13.2 km) Moyola River loop. These routes often follow local roads and green spaces, featuring moderate elevation changes. Highfield Park and the Football Pitch also offer paths for jogging.
The area offers easy walks and family-friendly strolls, particularly within local parks like Highfield Park and the Football Pitch. These locations provide well-maintained paths in tranquil settings suitable for leisurely activities.
Notable natural features include the Sperrin Mountains, rising to over 2,000 feet, and Slieve Gallion, reaching 1,737 feet, which offers expansive views. Other attractions include the Moyola River, Iniscarn Forest, Moydamlaght Forest, Altkeeran Waterfall, and Carntogher Summit Cairn.
The landscape blends gentle terrain with more challenging mountainous features, such as the Sperrin Mountains and Slieve Gallion. Elevation changes vary from moderate along river loops and park paths to significant climbs on mountain trails.
Townparks Of Magherafelt features 37 routes on komoot, with an average rating of 4.88 out of 5 stars from more than 10 ratings. Over 300 visitors have shared their experiences in the area.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking around Townparks Of Magherafelt, Road Cycling Routes around Townparks Of Magherafelt, Cycling around Townparks Of Magherafelt, and Running Trails around Townparks Of Magherafelt.
Information regarding local amenities such as cafes, pubs, and accommodation can be found in the broader Magherafelt town centre. Specific details for establishments directly adjacent to trails are not provided.
Public transport options to access hiking trails in the broader Magherafelt area exist. For detailed information on routes and schedules, it is advisable to consult local transport services or the Mid Ulster District Council website.
Forests such as Iniscarn Forest and Moydamlaght Forest provide opportunities to spot wildlife. Species that may be observed include Irish hare, curlew, and red grouse.

