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Downpatrick Head

Ballycastle, Ireland

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A grassy headland facing Dún Briste, a sea stack split from the mainland in a storm in the 14th century. Park at the end of the lane north of Ballycastle and walk about ten minutes across the fields.

Nearest town
Ballycastle, Ireland
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
54.3240, -9.3460

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually May–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Ireland: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Drive on the left. Barrier-free toll on the M50 around Dublin. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • Healy's BarCampsite
    5 km from Downpatrick Head
    TentsMotorhomesDrinking waterToiletsWi-FiFree
    OSMAdd to trip
  • Atlantic Caravan ParkCampsite
    20 km from Downpatrick Head
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  • Belleek Park Caravan and CampingCampsite
    24 km from Downpatrick Head · 58 pitches
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All campsites in Ireland · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Downpatrick Head?

Downpatrick Head is in Ballycastle, Ireland, at GPS 54.3240, -9.3460. It is about 49 km from Strandhill.

Can you camp near Downpatrick Head?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Healy's Bar, about 5 km away; within 25 km there are 3 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Downpatrick Head?

Downpatrick Head is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Mayo: Croagh Patrick, Achill Island and Céide Fields.

What is there to see near Downpatrick Head?

Places worth a stop nearby: Céide Fields (7 km), Knocknarea (51 km), Carrowmore (54 km) and Slieve League cliffs (55 km).

When is the best time to visit Downpatrick Head?

No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually May–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)