Ballygeegan, a townland southwest of Killinchy in County Down, is characterized by its gentle landscapes and coastal charm. Situated along the shores of Strangford Lough, Ballygeegan offers a blend of natural beauty with accessible countryside. The area provides varied terrain suitable for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, and jogging. Its proximity to Strangford Lough, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, means many routes feature picturesque coastal views and glimpses of islands.
Ballygeegan…
49
Routes
4.1
(18)
Average rating
370
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4.3
(7)
52
hikers
5.27km
01:25
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
hikers
1.96km
00:31
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
32
hikers
5.70km
01:33
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
hikers
3.77km
00:58
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
riders
15.5km
00:59
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24.4km
01:29
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

85.4km
05:15
710m
710m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
13
riders
22.9km
01:21
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
24
riders
47.4km
02:03
240m
240m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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28
riders
53.9km
02:20
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

18
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.0
(1)
17
riders
86.9km
03:45
520m
520m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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7
runners
9.87km
01:02
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
9.00km
00:56
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
15.2km
01:35
110m
110m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ballygeegan offers opportunities for touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, and jogging. The area features diverse landscapes, including coastal paths along Strangford Lough and trails within country parks. More than 1,700 visitors have explored routes in Ballygeegan.
Ballygeegan is a townland situated southwest of Killinchy in County Down. It lies along the shores of Strangford Lough, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Ballygeegan features hiking trails with minimal elevation, suitable for various abilities. Options range from easy strolls along the shoreline to more moderate paths within country parks. Information on routes can be found in the Hiking around Ballygeegan guide.
Yes, Ballygeegan offers easy hiking routes, particularly along the coast and within country parks, characterized by minimal elevation. These paths are accessible for a wide range of abilities. Specific easy routes are detailed in the Easy hikes around Ballygeegan guide.
Ballygeegan provides routes for both touring cycling and road cycling. Road cycling routes often feature well-paved surfaces and offer diverse experiences, including coastal rides and journeys through peaceful countryside. Further details are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Ballygeegan guide.
The accessible walking paths along the coast and within country parks in Ballygeegan are suitable for jogging. These routes offer scenic and varied terrain for runners. More information can be found in the Running Trails around Ballygeegan guide.
Trails in Ballygeegan frequently hug the shores of Strangford Lough, providing picturesque coastal views. The lough is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is dotted with islands. Some routes also offer glimpses of the Mourne Mountains.
Yes, outdoor activities in Ballygeegan can be combined with visits to historical landmarks. Hikers can explore the Sketrick Castle loop from Whiterock or the Killyleagh Castle loop. The Nendrum Monastery Ruins also offer ancient fragments and serene views.
Ballygeegan routes have been explored by more than 1,700 visitors on komoot. The routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.39 out of 5 stars, based on 66 ratings.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Ballygeegan, covering various sports. These include Cycling around Ballygeegan, Hiking around Ballygeegan, and Road Cycling Routes around Ballygeegan.
Many of the walking trails around Ballygeegan feature minimal elevation, making them accessible for a wide range of abilities, including families. Country parks in the region also offer established paths suitable for varied terrain.

