Suggested Day Trip Routes  
   

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The Loughshore Trail cycleway forms a continuous bi-directional route around Lough Neagh. While the more experienced cyclists may chose to cycle the entire route, families or day trippers may prefer to cycle shorter sections.

Loughshore Trail routes are indicated by a red line on the following maps. The Official Route Map and Guide are available from Tourist Information Centres locally, online, select bookshops and also from the Loughshore Trail Office.

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Route 1

Moira LoopRoute 1 - Moira Loop
Distance: 17 miles/ 27 km

Attractions along the route:

  • Gawleys Gate
  • Montaigh's Moss Area of Specific Scientific Interest (Nature Reserve)

Where To Eat:

  • Gawleys Gate Inn
  • Clenaghans Restaurent, Soilderstown Road, Aghalee

Route 2

Route 2 - Antrim LoopAntrim Loop
Distance: 4.5 miles/ 7 km

Attractions along the route:

  • Antrim Loughshore Park
  • Reas Wood
  • Clotsworthy House

Where To Eat:

  • Various Locations throughout Antrim Town

Please note full access to this route will not be available until 2007.

Route 3

Derrytrasna LoopRoute 3 - Derrytrasna Loop
Distance: 26 miles/ 42 km (loop)

Attractions along the route:

  • Lough Neagh Discovery Centre & Oxford Island Nature Reserve
  • Kinnego Marina
  • Craigavon Lakes and City Park
  • Craigavon Watersports Centre (Bike Hire available)
  • Bay Shore Picnic Area
  • Emersons Quay
  • Tannaghmore Animal Farm & Gardens

Where To Eat:

  • Lough Neagh Discovery Centre
  • Kinnego Marina

Route 4

Ballyronan Marina to Ardboe CrossRoute 4 - Ballyronan Marina to Ardboe Cross
Distance: 18 miles/ 28 km (loop)

Attractions along the route:

  • Ballyronan Marina & Woods
  • Kinturk Cultural Centre
  • Coyles Cottage
  • Battery Harbour
  • Arboe Cross

Where To Eat:

  • Kinturk Cultural Centre

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