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Mallard Plantation – Standing Stone loop from Strangford

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Northern Ireland
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Castleward

Mallard Plantation – Standing Stone loop from Strangford

Easy

8

hikers

Mallard Plantation – Standing Stone loop from Strangford

01:28

5.44km

70m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

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After 117 m for 1.09 km

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After 1.48 km for 767 m

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After 3.97 km for 689 m

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After 4.82 km for 360 m

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After 5.24 km for 171 m

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Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

1.95 km

Mallard Plantation

Highlight • Viewpoint

Mallard Plantation is just a short distance away from Castle Ward, yet it feels like another world; with singsong birds, flowering wood sorrel, high towering emerald trees, and a truly magical ambiance.

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2

4.31 km

Standing Stone

Highlight • Monument

4

5.27 km

Castle Ward

Highlight • Historical Site

Coffee Shop, Trail Walks with scenic views of Strangford Lough, a Castle from the hit tv series Game of Thrones etc, well worth a visit.

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5

5.29 km

B

5.44 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.36 km

610 m

243 m

233 m

Surfaces

3.98 km

636 m

389 m

260 m

107 m

< 100 m

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Saturday 10 October

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6°C

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