Murlough Nature Reserve, Co Down

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9.9 mi
233 ft
03h11
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Last verified: 14 December 2024

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This walk brings stunning views of the Mourne Mountains ‘sweeping down to the sea’ and beautiful, wild sand dunes with colourful displays of wildflowers in summer. Take a short detour into the dunes, where 10 archaeological sites have been recorded, showing extensive prehistoric occupation covering the Neolithic, Bronze Age and early Christian periods. Pause for a while near the channel and watch harbour seals as they haul out on the sand bars (watch out for extra-soft sand on the channel edge). The Norman castle in Dundrum village is visible as you walk into the inner bay. Wading birds, cormorants and ducks can also be seen in the estuary. Follow the coastal path back to the car park.

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Park at the National Trust car park just off the A2 near Dundrum Village. Cross the sand dunes to the beach. Turn east and follow the beach.

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