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Breen Forest loop from Shelton North

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Breen Forest loop from Shelton North

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Breen Forest loop from Shelton North

06:20

22.0km

520m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 15, 2026

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Antrim Coast & Glens AONB

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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4.54 km

Breen Forest

Forest

10.4 km

Breen Forest

Highlight • Forest

The majestic Breen Forest covers an area of 600 hectares. A wide path leads you through the forest amongst beautiful native oak within a mainly coniferous woodland of maturing spruce, larch and pine.

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15.4 km

Waterfall on the Gleneshk River

Highlight • River

Stumble along the flowing Gleneshk River in the beautiful Breen Forest in County Antrim. The river is a refreshing oasis and great place to sit down and picnic before continuing on your journey.

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22.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.13 km

7.48 km

6.31 km

135 m

Surfaces

12.3 km

4.26 km

3.87 km

1.07 km

417 m

141 m

Elevation

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Highest point (350 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

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Breen Forest loop from Shelton North

Breen Forest

Waterfall on the Gleneshk River

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