Cloghy to Ballyhalbert Coastal Walk

At a Glance

Distance

5.5 km (3.4 miles)

Difficulty

Easy

Duration

1 hr 35 min

Walk Type

Coastal

Route Type

Point to Point

Off Lead Potential

Moderate

Livestock Risk

None

Facilities

Small cafes and shops in Cloghy and Ballyhalbert, no public toilets on the route.

Parking

Free shoreline car parks at both Cloghy and Ballyhalbert, around 20 spaces each.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is Cloghy to Ballyhalbert Coastal Walk dog friendly?

  Yes, this stretch of the eastern Ards Peninsula is dog friendly year round with no seasonal bans in place on the main beaches. It earns a solid 7.5 out of 10 on our dog friendly rating, thanks to its wide sands, low dunes and quiet coastal grass verge that give dogs plenty of room to roam.

• Can dogs be off lead at Cloghy to Ballyhalbert Coastal Walk?

  There is good off-lead potential on the open beach and coastal grass verge, where a long lead is also a practical option. That said, dogs do need to be kept on the lead along the short road sections connecting the two beaches and in the village centres at Cloghy and Ballyhalbert.

• What should I know before visiting Cloghy to Ballyhalbert Coastal Walk with my dog?

  The terrain shifts between firm sand, pebble ridge and tarmac verge, so a towel in the car is well worth remembering. Parking is free at small shoreline car parks at both ends, and there are cafes and shops in each village if you need supplies — though there are no public toilets directly on the route, so plan accordingly.

Cloghy Beach Car Park, Main Road

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