Ruins in Ravensdale Forest – Ravensdale Creek loop from The Lumpers

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Ruins in Ravensdale Forest – Ravensdale Creek loop from The Lumpers

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Ruins in Ravensdale Forest – Ravensdale Creek loop from The Lumpers

01:47

20.4km

400m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

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5.28 km

Stone Circle

Highlight • Historical Site

The history of the stone circle isn't clear. Is it an ancient druid meeting place or a 19th century vanity project by the landowner? EIther way, it is an intriguing place to visit, just off the trail.

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5.90 km

Ruins in Ravensdale Forest

Highlight • Historical Site

very easily missed. keep eye open.

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7.00 km

Ravensdale Forest

Highlight • Forest

Featuring a steep rise up to the summit of Black Mountain, Ravensdale Forest is a fantastic place for trail running. There are ancient drove roads, single track trails, old bridges and even a stone circle.

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10.7 km

View of Ravensdale Forest and countryside

Highlight • Viewpoint

Climbing up through Ravensdale Forest you are rewarded with fantastic views across the forest to the countryside below.

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14.7 km

Ravensdale Creek

Highlight • River

A steep trail follows the small creek up towards the Black Mountain. Magical place ready for you to explore.

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16.1 km

Bealach na Tana – The Táin Way Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

The Táin Way is a 40 kilometre (25 mi) circular hiking trail that starts and ends in Carlingford.

Named after the ancient Irish epic "Táin Bó Cúailnge", the route winds …

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20.3 km

Basecamp Coffee

Highlight • Cafe

A quick stop at the coffee and snack hut next to Lumper's Bar is just the thing to recharge your batteries after a challenging stage. The small hut offers everything …

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