Rathlin Island Roonivoolin

Start : Rathlin Island Ferry Port, Ballycastle (BT54 6RT)

(S/E) The route begins at Rathlin Harbour. Follow the Shore Road to the right (East) past the Manor House. Continue following the road past Church Bay, the disused Kelp Kiln and Mill Bay.

(1) At the end of Mill Bay, bear left (North-East) to rejoin the straight tarmacked road leading South on the peninsula.

(2) Turn right (South) onto this road and continue walking for 500m to meet Craigmacaghan Lough.

(3) From Craigmacaghan Lough, follow the route for another 800 metres, where on your right you should come across a wooden gate and a RSPB information panel highlighting the Roonivoolin Reserve.

(4) Go right through the gate and follow the wooden way markers past Ally Lough on the right and Ushet Lough on the left. Continue following the wooden way markers across the open field, arriving at the fence along the cliff tops. From here stunning views of the cliffs, Church Bay and the Northern Irish coastline can be enjoyed.

(5) Continue following the fence in a Southerly direction for 700m.

(6) Bear left (East) along a fence to bring you back to the tarmac path.

Land between the clifftop path and Rue Point Lighthouse is private, if you wish to continue to the lighthouse, follow the tarmac path in a southerly direction to reach the disused Kelp Kiln and the lighthouse.

(7) Turn left (North-West) to return to the Harbour. The route back to the harbour follows the tarmac path for 4 Km. (S/E)

Start : Rathlin Island Ferry Port, Ballycastle (BT54 6RT)

Ferry : Rathlin Ballycastle Ferry informations

Terrain : Tarmacked laneway and open fields

Public Transport : Translink

Facilities : Cafe, restaurant, public toilets and B + B’s are all available at Rathlin Harbour.

Dog Policy : Dogs must be kept on a lead.

Find more information and walk ideas at Walk NI here.

Multiples stunning views over Bays and Loughs are offered to your eyes during this Walk.