Ballysallagh Minor is a rural townland in County Down, Northern Ireland, offering a landscape of farmland and forests. This region is notable for its association with Cairn Wood, which features diverse woodlands and heathland. The varied terrain provides opportunities for several sports like jogging, touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, and more.
Ballysallagh Minor provides a range of outdoor activities, with 3 routes available across several sports like jogging, touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, and…
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28.9km
02:07
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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35.8km
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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Easy mountain bike ride.

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16.6km
01:07
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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03:46
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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38.0km
02:21
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260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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180
runners
8.65km
00:59
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110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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19.7km
02:18
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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58.3km
02:33
430m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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27.9km
01:14
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140m
Moderate road ride. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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35.3km
01:28
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Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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89.8km
04:03
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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9.03km
02:26
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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01:06
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Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.
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Ballysallagh Minor offers a variety of outdoor activities, including jogging, touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, and mountain biking. The region features 3 routes, with over 12,000 visitors contributing to an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars. Cairn Wood provides well-maintained trails for many of these activities.
Cairn Wood in Ballysallagh Minor offers several trails suitable for jogging. The Ballysallagh Trail (Red Trail) is an easy 1.1-mile (1.7 km) option, while the Boundary Trail is a moderate 2.8-mile (4.5 km) route. More jogging routes can be found in the Running Trails around Ballysallagh Minor guide.
Yes, Ballysallagh Minor, particularly Cairn Wood, has several hiking trails. Options include the easy 1.1-mile (1.7 km) Ballysallagh Trail and moderate routes like the 2.8-mile (4.5 km) Boundary Trail, 1.9-mile (3 km) Cairngaver Trail, 1.9-mile (3 km) Woodland Trail, and 2.5-mile (4 km) Quarry Trail. For more details, consult the Hiking around Ballysallagh Minor guide.
Ballysallagh Minor offers routes for touring cycling and road cycling, utilizing its rural roads and forest trails. The Ballysallagh Trail (Red Trail) in Cairn Wood is an easy multi-use trail suitable for family cycling. Additional cycling options are detailed in the Cycling around Ballysallagh Minor guide and Road Cycling Routes around Ballysallagh Minor guide.
While the region is primarily known for hiking and general cycling, some trails may accommodate mountain biking. Specific mountain biking routes can be explored through the MTB Trails around Ballysallagh Minor guide.
Yes, Cairn Wood features the Ballysallagh Trail (Red Trail), an easy 1.1-mile (1.7 km) route suitable for beginners and families. This multi-use trail is also suitable for family cycling. The Easy hikes around Ballysallagh Minor guide provides further options.
The primary natural feature is Cairn Wood, also known as Ballysallagh Forest, which contains diverse woodlands and heathland. It features a mix of tree species, including beech, oak, and Scots pine. The Ballysallagh Upper Reservoir is situated opposite Cairn Wood.
Information regarding specific dog rules for Cairn Wood is typically available from local forestry or park management. Generally, dogs are permitted on trails but often require leashes to protect wildlife and ensure visitor safety.
Ballysallagh Minor is a popular destination on komoot, with over 12,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Cairn Wood features a mix of tree species, including beech, oak, birch, alder, rowan, holly, and Scots pine. The woodland is home to various small songbirds and common raptors. Red squirrels are also resident in the wooded areas.
Komoot offers several guides for Ballysallagh Minor, covering various sports. These include Running Trails around Ballysallagh Minor, Hiking around Ballysallagh Minor, and Cycling around Ballysallagh Minor, among others.

