White Park Bay

Two miles of sandy beach along the north Antrim coast plays host to several spectacular volcanic outcrops including 'Elephant Rock'. Believed to be one of the first settlements of man in Ireland, with remnants showing themselves on the exposed raised beach and sand dune system. A sheltered bay but it does contain rip currents which you should watch out for if you decide to venture into the sea.

White Park Bay Looking towards Carricknaford at the east end of the bay Anne Burgess	From the rocky promontory at the east end of the bay. Anne Burgess

The beach forms a white arc between two headlands, it is a secluded location backed by ancient dunes which provide a habitat for bird and animal life, as well as carpeted in rare plants including many orchids. It is 10 minutes drive from another Northern Ireland popular landmark, Giants Causeway.

Today it is owned by the National Trust.

Location: White Park Bay, Co Antrim, Northern Ireland Grid Reference: D022441 Ceremonial County: Co. Antrim Map Link:  Multimap Aerial photo: Multimap Aerial Photo  Getting there: On the B146 6.5 miles from Bushmills and 7.5 miles from Ballycastle. Access: Website: www.northantrim.com/white_park_bay.htm Other Useful Websites: www.discovernorthernireland.com/product.aspx?ProductID=8299 Email: Address: Postcode: Telephone: Opening Times: All year round Charges: Free access all year Nearby Locations: Other Location Pages: Giants Causeway  Notes:   CIN Page Ref: white_park_bay Classification: Beach Date Updated: 08/2008

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