Cycling in Sligo

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Sligo's cycling culture is slowly taking off. Improvements have been made to Sligo's cycling paths,there is talks about a new greenway being created and a new national mountainbike center in Coolaney is going to be build.

From recreational to competitive cycling

Cycling Clubs

Mountain Bike Clubs

Cycling Safety

Coolaney MTB Trail Network

Coolaney MTB Trail network is a purposed built singletrack forest roads and trails network designed for mountain bikes. Follow the waymarked circular routes through the Ox Mountains. Enjoy a thrilling ride through forests, along heathland and admire the amazing views across Sligo bay

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Cycling routes

Lissadell & Raghley Cycle route (59 km)

Admire the coastal scenery around Raghley, visit Lissadell house and discover the amazing gardens and house or enjoy a cup of tea and cake in the fabulous tearoom.

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Lough Gill Cycle route (40 km)

Cycle around Lough Gill, a stunning lake which has featured in WB Yeats poems.
​This route will also take you through County Leitrim where you can visit Parke's castle

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Knocknarea Loop Cycle route (21 km)

Cycle around Knocknarea, visit Carrowmore megalithic cemetery , one of ireland's largest and oldest megalithic cemeteries.
Stop off in the seaside village of Strandhill, a surfers mecca overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

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Sligo's 3 forest cycle route (39 km)

Leaving Sligo town, this route takes you through Union Wood, Slish Wood and past Dooney Rock.
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Admire Ballygawley lake and Lough Gill along the route, stop for a picnic or watch deer cross the road.

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