7k Run Kesh: Scenic Coastal Trail at Duross Bay

Route Overview & Local Insights

Lace up for a refreshing 7.0km loop starting just off the Killadeas Road, where the gentle terrain of Kesh meets the stunning shoreline of Lower Lough Erne. This route is predominantly flat with a mere 33m of ascent, making it an ideal choice for runners looking for a rhythmic, tempo effort or a scenic recovery run. You will enjoy a fully paved surface as you track the shimmering coastline of Duross Bay, feeling the breeze off the water before the path curves inland to follow a serene river stretch. It is a straightforward, "SL" (Short Loop) course that provides a perfect mixture of lakeside vistas and lush, riverside greenery.

The area surrounding Duross and Kesh is steeped in the natural beauty of County Fermanagh’s lakelands. Historically, this region is a gateway to the Lough Erne islands and was once a focal point for ancient waterborne travel. Running here offers a quiet escape through the Fermanagh Lakelands, passing near the Castle Archdale Forest Park vicinity, which served as a critical flying boat base during World War II. As you complete your loop, you are not just logging miles; you are traversing a landscape rich with maritime history and some of the most tranquil pastoral scenery Northern Ireland has to offer.