Section 14 of 19, Ulster Way
Portstewart to Dungiven
37.3 miles (60 km). About 14 hours, challenging.
Take it with you: download this section's GPX file (it opens in OS Maps, Komoot, Outdooractive or a GPS unit) or open the start in OS Maps.
Warning: Access disputed. Walkers may find part of this route blocked or unmarked. Over Benbradagh, north-east of Dungiven, campaigners reported in August 2026 that the waymarks had been taken down and "no trespassing" signs put up. The council says it did not move them; a request to record the public rights of way there was made to the council on 24 August 2026, alongside a wind farm application. Source: irishnews.com.
Up and down
About 1,364 m of climbing and 1,268 m of descent; highest point 419 m.
Getting there
The section starts at Portstewart.
- Bus stops
- Promenade, 90 m from the start. DirectionsBus stop, 180 m from the start. DirectionsAtlantic Circle, 510 m from the start. Directions
- Car parks
- Car park (free), 80 m from the start. DirectionsCar park, 130 m from the start. DirectionsCar park (free), 140 m from the start. Directions
Getting back
The section finishes at Dungiven. Stations and bus stops near the finish:
- Bus stops
- Bus stop, 330 m from the finish. DirectionsBus stop, 490 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 62%, gravel and tracks 28%.
About 55% on roads with traffic.
On the way: 6 stiles, 11 gates, 3 flights of steps.
Steepest climb: about 91 m in a kilometre (1 in 11), starting 32.3 miles in.
From OpenStreetMap, where mappers have recorded it: check before you go.
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