Section 5 of 19, Ulster Way
Aughnacloy to Scarva
7.8 miles (12.5 km). About 2½ hours, moderate.
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Access disputed on this route. On section 14 (Portstewart to Dungiven), not this one. The details are on its page.
Up and down
About 81 m of climbing and 123 m of descent; highest point 63 m.
Getting there
The section starts at Aughnacloy.
- Bus stop
- Aughnacloy, 90 m from the start. Directions
- Car parks
- Car park, 340 m from the start. DirectionsCar park, 360 m from the start. DirectionsCar park, 360 m from the start. Directions
Getting back
The section finishes at Scarva. Stations and bus stops near the finish:
- Station
- Scarva, 90 m from the finish. Directions
Planning the Ulster Way
- Planning the whole trail: walkni.com.
- Baggage transfer: the services listed for the trail.
What to expect
Underfoot: paved or flagged 100%.
About 9% on roads with traffic.
On the way: 1 gate.
No steep climbs: no kilometre gains more than about 8 m.
From OpenStreetMap, where mappers have recorded it: check before you go.
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