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Whitepark Bay

Beach

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Coastal, Cliffs

Walking, Photography, Wildlife Watching, Picnicking, Birdwatching

Year round

Photo: Joseph Mischyshyn via Geograph.org.uk

White Park Bay is a wide arc of pale sand between two headlands on the north Antrim coast, between Ballintoy and Bushmills on the Causeway Coastal Route. High dunes with grazing cattle back the beach, and chalk cliffs full of fossils rise behind. It has been in the care of the National Trust since 1...

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

3

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

2 day, 5 overnight

Alken Cabin, Islandcorr Farm Glamping Lodges, Finn McCools Giants Causeway Hostel

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Whitepark Bay?
Northern Irish coastal landscapes feature this sweeping crescent on the North Antrim coast. Walking tracks lead down through the sand dunes toward the water's edge.

What type of place is Whitepark Bay?
Whitepark Bay is a sandy beach on the North Antrim coast of Northern Ireland.

When is the best time to visit Whitepark Bay?
Any season suits this particular shoreline because the scenery looks spectacular year round. Clear days offer the finest opportunity to hear the singing sands vibrate underfoot.

What can you do at Whitepark Bay?
Strolling across the soft sand provides a great way to explore the massive headlands and spot grazing cattle. Photography enthusiasts also enjoy capturing the dramatic limestone cliffs that frame the bay.

How long should I spend at Whitepark Bay?
A couple of hours gives ample time to enjoy a peaceful walk and a picnic. Spending a full afternoon allows a more relaxed exploration of the ancient dune system.

Where do I park at Whitepark Bay?
Vehicles can use the seven available spaces nearby, which include two day and five overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Whitepark Bay?
There are no food spots recorded immediately near Whitepark Bay, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

Where can I stay near Whitepark Bay?
Alken Cabin, Islandcorr Farm Glamping Lodges, and Finn McCools Giants Causeway Hostel offer three overnight choices in the surrounding area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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