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  1. View of Mussenden Temple perched on a dramatic cliff edge above the Atlantic Ocean, seen along the coastal walking trail from Castlerock.
    Clifftop view of a Downhill Beach with waves breaking along the shore under a bright blue sky
    Soft sunlight reflecting off gentle waves with a  Castlerock town and rolling hills in the background under a cloudy sky
    View of Mussenden Temple perched on a dramatic cliff edge above the Atlantic Ocean, seen along the coastal walking trail from Castlerock.
    Clifftop view of a Downhill Beach with waves breaking along the shore under a bright blue sky
    Soft sunlight reflecting off gentle waves with a  Castlerock town and rolling hills in the background under a cloudy sky

    Castlerock

    Address

    Castlerock, County Antrim, BT51 4TL

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Discover one of Northern Ireland’s most breath-taking coastal adventures on the Castlerock to Mussenden Temple Signature Walk. This dramatic coastal and clifftop walking route leads you along beaches, cliffs and historic estate grounds, all within…

  2. section of International Appalachian Trail above Whiterocks Beach
    Fairhead with beach in the foreground
    countryside view over North Sperrins
    Magheracross viewpoint overlooking the ocean
    Dungiven Castle exterior
    section of International Appalachian Trail above Whiterocks Beach
    Fairhead with beach in the foreground
    countryside view over North Sperrins
    Magheracross viewpoint overlooking the ocean
    Dungiven Castle exterior

    Dungiven

    Address

    32 Curragh Road, Dungiven, Derry/Londonderry, BT47 4SE

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Long (20> miles)

    The International Appalachian Trail (IAT) Ulster-Ireland is one of a growing number of established IAT walking trails stretching across 3 continents which share a common geological heritage - the Appalachian-Caledonian Mountains. 

  3. section of the north antrim cliff path
    basalt columns at the giant's causeway
    section of the north antrim cliff path
    basalt columns at the giant's causeway

    Dunseverick

    Address

    Dunseverick Castle Car Park, 170 Causeway Road, Dunseverick, County Antrim, BT57 8SY

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Medium (5-20 miles)

    This particular walk begins at Dunseverick Castle carpark and heads off the beaten track to explore some of Ireland’s best coastal views.

  4. Fairhead
    Fairhead
    Murlough Bay
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    Fairhead
    Fairhead
    Murlough Bay
    Fairhead
    Fairhead
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    Fairhead

    Ballycastle

    Address

    Fairhead Road, Ballycastle, Antrim, BT54 6RD

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Short (<5 miles)

    Spectacular views and a world of breath-taking natural beauty can be seen for endless miles along the rugged rocks of Fairhead, Murlough Bay and Torr Head.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
  5. Lough Foyle Trail
    Lough Foyle Trail
    Lough Foyle Trail
    Lough Foyle Trail
    Lough Foyle Trail
    Lough Foyle Trail
    Lough Foyle Trail
    Lough Foyle Trail
    Lough Foyle Trail
    Lough Foyle Trail
    Lough Foyle Trail
    Lough Foyle Trail

    Ballykelly

    Address

    Station Road, Ballykelly, County Londonderry, BT49 9HU

    Telephone

    0287776 0650

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    The eastern shore of Lough Foyle between Ballykelly and Roe Estuary offers a flat coastal walk along the sea wall. This linear route has a number of access points allowing visitors to walk the entire 8km route, or walk shorter sections should you…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Parking (free)
  6. Croaghan mountain
    bogland on Croaghan Way
    bogland and signage on Croaghan Way
    bogland on Croaghan Way
    signage at Altarichard Viewing Point
    Croaghan mountain
    bogland on Croaghan Way
    bogland and signage on Croaghan Way
    bogland on Croaghan Way
    signage at Altarichard Viewing Point

    Ballymoney

    Address

    Altarichard Road, Ballymoney, Antrim, BT53 8XT

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Medium (5-20 miles)

    The Croaghan Way incorporates two self-guided trails; the ‘Milibern Walk’ and the longer ‘Breen Forest Walk.’

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking (free)
  7. tree-lined path at Cottage Wood

    Cushendall

    Address

    High Street, Cushendall, Antrim, BT44 0NB

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Short (<5 miles)

    Cottage wood is found on the outskirts of Cushendall village. It is a 10 acre broadleaved woodland site with a network of paths winding their way through viewpoints and picnic facilities. What makes this woodland a must to visit is a very special…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking (free)
  8. view from Slieveanorra
    view from Slieveanorra
    signage at Slieveanorra
    view from Slieveanorra
    view from Slieveanorra
    signage at Slieveanorra

    Armoy, Ballymoney

    Address

    Altarichard viewpoint, Altarichard Road, Armoy, Ballymoney, Antrim, BT53 8XT

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Short (<5 miles)

    The starting point for the 2 km trail (4 km return) to the 508m summit of Slieveanorra is the entrance to a forest road on the southern boundary of the Altarichard Road, signed for the Moyle Way and the Ulster Way/IAT. 

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Parking (free)
  9. aerial view of Mountsandel Wood
    River Bann running through Mountsandel
    Signage at Mountsandel Wood
    River Bann
    Aerial view of Mountsandel Fort
    Wooded path running through Mountsandel Wood
    aerial view of Mountsandel Wood
    River Bann running through Mountsandel
    Signage at Mountsandel Wood
    River Bann
    Aerial view of Mountsandel Fort
    Wooded path running through Mountsandel Wood

    Coleraine

    Address

    Mountsandel Road, Coleraine, Derry/Londonderry, BT52 1TA

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Short (<5 miles)

    Mountsandel Wood is located on the eastern bank of the River Bann on the southern outskirts of Coleraine. Circular trails enable the visitor to view the Anglo Norman Fort and the Mesolithic excavation site, site to the earliest known human…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Parking (free)
  10. Learn to surf in Northern Ireland
    Group surf lesson fun
    Stoked
    Board runs!
    Learn to surf
    Fun for all ages
    Family Paddle board fun
    Big Groups
    Paddle board lesson
    Learn to surf in Northern Ireland
    Group surf lesson fun
    Stoked
    Board runs!
    Learn to surf
    Fun for all ages
    Family Paddle board fun
    Big Groups
    Paddle board lesson

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    Portrush

    Address

    East Strand Water sports Centre, Portrush, County Antrim, BT568AF

    Telephone

    07719315372

    Type

    Type:

    Surfing

    Troggs surf school has been teaching the art of surfing since 1994. As the longest running surf school in Portrush, we have a passion to share the thrill and pleasure that is connecting with the ocean. Let's get stoked!

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  11. a panoramic view of the countryside on the Ulster Way
    a wooden footbridge on a section of the Ulster Way trail
    a trail marker in a field on the Ulster Way
    Whiterocks Beach on the Ulster Way
    a panoramic view of the countryside and the sea on the Ulster Way
    View of The Giant's Causeway from the Ulster Way trail
    a countryside hill outside the town of Dungiven
    a panoramic view of the countryside on the Ulster Way
    a wooden footbridge on a section of the Ulster Way trail
    a trail marker in a field on the Ulster Way
    Whiterocks Beach on the Ulster Way
    a panoramic view of the countryside and the sea on the Ulster Way
    View of The Giant's Causeway from the Ulster Way trail
    a countryside hill outside the town of Dungiven

    Dungiven

    Address

    Dungiven Sports Centre, 32 Curragh Road, Dungiven, Derry/Londonderry, BT47 4SE

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Long (20> miles)

    The Ulster Way is a long distance walking route made up of a series of trails throughout Northern Ireland which total 636 miles (1,024km). It encircles the province and takes in all six counties as well as a small portion of trail in Donegal.

  12. Downhill Forest
    Downhill Forest
    Duck pond at Downhill Forest
    Downhill Forest
    Downhill Forest
    Downhill Forest
    Duck pond at Downhill Forest
    Downhill Forest

    Castlerock

    Address

    Mussenden Road, Downhill, Castlerock, Derry/Londonderry, BT51 4RP

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Short (<5 miles)

    Downhill Forest is a small mixed woodland of 83 hectares just inland from the North Coast of Northern Ireland, near Castlerock.

  13. Image of Lissaduff Earthworks

    Portballintrae

    Address

    Car Park at Beach Road, Portballintrae, County Antrim, BT57 8RT

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    This is a State Care Monument consisting of a pair of earthen concentric rings with an inner and outer enclosure. The site is often referred to as "The Cups and Saucers" due to its shape.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  14. The Pyramid at Garvagh Forest
    Two walkers with dogs on leads on one of the trails at Garvagh Forest
    Two cyclists, two walkers and a dog on the Garvagh Forest Trail
    The Pyramid at Garvagh Forest
    Two walkers with dogs on leads on one of the trails at Garvagh Forest
    Two cyclists, two walkers and a dog on the Garvagh Forest Trail

    Garvagh

    Address

    Garvagh Forest, Main Street, Garvagh, Derry/Londonderry, BT51 5NQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2766 0230

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Short (<5 miles)

    Garvagh Forest, located on the edge of the town, was formerly part of Lord Garvagh’s Demesne. Within the forest there are three waymarked walking trails along the network of forest roads, ranging in distance from 1.3km – 6.9km.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
  15. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 44 reviews44 reviews

    Limavady

    Address

    Benone Avenue, Limavady, County Londonderry, BT49 0LQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7738128 507

    Type

    Type:

    Surfing

    Long Line Surf School is situated on Benone Beach and Portstewart Strand offering a wide selection of packages from beginner to advanced surf lessons.

  16. Avish to Eagle's Hill
    Avish to Eagle's Hill
    Avish to Eagle's Hill
    Avish to Eagle's Hill
    Avish to Eagle's Hill
    Avish to Eagle's Hill
    Avish to Eagle's Hill
    Avish to Eagle's Hill
    Avish to Eagle's Hill
    Avish to Eagle's Hill
    Avish to Eagle's Hill
    Avish to Eagle's Hill

    Limavady

    Address

    Gortmore View Point, Bishops Road, Limavady, Derry/Londonderry, BT49 0LG

    Telephone

    0287776 0650

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Mussenden, Downhill Estate and the Bann Estuary are just some of the breath taking views you can enjoy from this cliff top hike.

    Dates

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Parking (free)
  17. forest service signage at Movanagher Wood
    gated pathway at Movanagher Wood
    trail section at Movanagher Wood
    trail section at Movanagher Wood
    Road from Kilrea to Movanagher Wood
    forest service signage at Movanagher Wood
    gated pathway at Movanagher Wood
    trail section at Movanagher Wood
    trail section at Movanagher Wood
    Road from Kilrea to Movanagher Wood

    Kilrea

    Address

    The Diamond, Kilrea, Derry/Londonderry, BT51 5QD

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Medium (5-20 miles)

    Linear walk (approx. 4.5 miles return) from the Diamond in the plantation town of Kilrea, to Movanagher Wood on the bank of the River Bann.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Parking (free)
  18. Cregagh Wood
    Cregagh Wood
    Cregagh Wood
    Cregagh Wood
    Cregagh Wood
    Cregagh Wood
    Cregagh Wood
    Cregagh Wood

    Ballycastle

    Address

    Glendun Road, Ballycastle, Antrim, BT44 0PZ

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Medium (5-20 miles)

    Keep your eyes peeled for red squirrels in Cregagh Wood, a Local Nature Reserve close to Ballycastle.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Parking (free)
  19. Arched bridge over the River Roe, Burnfoot
    Old church ruins, Burnfoot
    Old church ruins, Burnfoot
    Picture This Trail frame in Burnfoot
    Arched bridge over the River Roe, Burnfoot
    Old church ruins, Burnfoot
    Old church ruins, Burnfoot
    Picture This Trail frame in Burnfoot

    Dungiven

    Address

    Derryork Road, Burnfoot, Dungiven, Derry/Londonderry, BT47 4NL

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Short (<5 miles)

    A short walk along the River Roe, Bovevagh and Gelvin Rivers from the village of Burnfoot through farmland and surrounded by the distinctive peaks of the Roe Valley of Benbradagh, Donald's Hill and Binevenagh.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
  20. Portstewart strand
    Dunes at Portstewart strand
    Aerial view of Portstewart strand
    Aerial view of Portstewart strand
    Portstewart strand
    Dunes at Portstewart strand
    Aerial view of Portstewart strand
    Aerial view of Portstewart strand

    Portstewart

    Address

    Strand Road, Portstewart, Derry/Londonderry, BT55 7PG

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Short (<5 miles)

    Portstewart Strand, locally known as ‘The Strand’, has long welcomed visitors to its golden sands. It frequently attains the Blue Flag award for its water quality and beach/dune management and is very popular with families in the summer months and…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (charge)
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