The best cycling routes around Craigmore

There are 4 touring cycling routes detailed in this guide for the Craigmore area, offering a mix of easy, moderate, and difficult options for various skill levels.

The touring cycling routes around Craigmore feature varied terrain, including forest trails and rural paths. You'll encounter gentle ascents and descents, with some routes offering more significant elevation changes, such as the Garvagh Pyramid – Garvagh Forest Trails loop from Garvagh which has over 700 meters of elevation gain.

Yes, there are easy routes suitable for families. For instance, the Bike loop from Agivey is an easy 7 km ride, and the Tamlaght Old Church loop from Keady is another easy option, covering about 29 km through rural countryside.

The longest touring cycling route featured in this guide is the Garvagh Pyramid – Garvagh Forest Trails loop from Garvagh, which spans 41.5 km and includes significant elevation gain through forest trails.

All the routes listed in this guide are circular loops. Examples include the Garvagh Pyramid – Garvagh Forest Trails loop from Garvagh and the Garvagh Forest Trails – Garvagh Forest Red Trail loop from Garvagh, both offering comprehensive tours of their respective areas.

The routes around Craigmore cater to various skill levels. You'll find 2 easy routes, 1 moderate route, and 1 difficult route, ensuring options for beginners to experienced touring cyclists.

For a significant challenge, the Garvagh Pyramid – Garvagh Forest Trails loop from Garvagh is classified as difficult and features over 700 meters of elevation gain, making it the most demanding option in the guide.

Yes, several routes traverse forest landscapes. The Garvagh Pyramid – Garvagh Forest Trails loop from Garvagh and the Garvagh Forest Trails – Garvagh Forest Red Trail loop from Garvagh both wind through extensive forest areas, offering scenic rides.

Beginners can enjoy the Bike loop from Agivey, an easy 7 km route, or the Tamlaght Old Church loop from Keady, which is an easy 29 km ride through rural countryside.

The duration varies by route and individual pace. For example, the easy Bike loop from Agivey takes about 25 minutes, while the more challenging Garvagh Pyramid – Garvagh Forest Trails loop from Garvagh typically requires around 3 hours and 9 minutes.

The routes offer a mix of woodlands and open countryside. You'll cycle through forest trails and rural paths, experiencing the varied natural beauty of the region.