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Last updated: October 2, 2025

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1. Glenariff Forest loop from Cargan

12.8km

01:39

300m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Running loop from Waterfoot

11.5km

01:13

120m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Dungonnell Reservoir – Glenariff Forest loop from Cargan

21.9km

02:35

370m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. The Glens of Antrim – Red Bay Castle loop from Waterfoot

10.8km

01:11

130m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Running loop from Cargan

6.07km

00:46

120m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails around Retreat

1. Glenariff Forest loop from Cargan

2. Running loop from Waterfoot

3. Dungonnell Reservoir – Glenariff Forest loop from Cargan

4. The Glens of Antrim – Red Bay Castle loop from Waterfoot

5. Running loop from Cargan

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