This is a beautiful artificial lake placed on a cliff-top in Binevenagh Forest overlooking the picturesque Benone Strand. It's a popular angling lake and a perfect spot for a picnic.

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April 4, 2025

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Highly recommended 👌 I believe a location of a certain TV show may have been shot here.

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1. Binevenagh Hill and Lake loop — Binevenagh

5.46km

01:54

170m

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Bineveneagh loop via North Sperrins Way

15.5km

04:37

390m

Hike the moderate 9.6-mile Bineveneagh loop via North Sperrins Way, featuring panoramic views and dramatic basalt cliffs.

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3. View from Binevenagh Hill – Binevenagh Lake loop from Limavady

7.85km

02:32

220m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 400 m

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Location: Upper Ballyleighery, Limavady, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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Binevenagh Lake

1. Binevenagh Hill and Lake loop — Binevenagh

2. Bineveneagh loop via North Sperrins Way

3. View from Binevenagh Hill – Binevenagh Lake loop from Limavady

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