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Islandmagee Dolmen – Blackhead Lighthouse loop from Ballycarry

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Northern Ireland

Islandmagee Dolmen – Blackhead Lighthouse loop from Ballycarry

Moderate

4.0

(2)

14

hikers

Islandmagee Dolmen – Blackhead Lighthouse loop from Ballycarry

03:10

12.0km

110m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

922 m

Islandmagee Dolmen

Highlight • Historical Site

Islandmagee is steeped in history and features rolling hills, quiet villages and a dramatic coastline. Its great cycling, for such a small wee Island it packs a punch, with vistas …

Tip by

5.23 km

Beach

Beach

3

6.08 km

Blackhead Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Built in the turn of the 20th century, this listed lighthouse is an important landmark along the coast of Antrim. The lighthouse was designed by William Douglass and marks the northern edge of the Belfast Lough.

Tip by

4

6.16 km

Coastal Path Views Near Blackhead Lighthouse

Highlight • Viewpoint

Enjoy sensational sweeping views down the coast past Whitehead and toward Belfast as you make your way along the shoreline from Blackhead Lighthouse.

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B

12.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.14 km

2.12 km

2.09 km

663 m

Surfaces

9.23 km

1.07 km

1.04 km

629 m

< 100 m

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Tuesday 20 October

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6°C

95 %

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