The Dark Hedges
Armoy, United Kingdom
An avenue of twisted beech trees planted in the 18th century. Go at dawn to avoid crowds.
- Nearest town
- Armoy, United Kingdom
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 55.1350, -6.3810
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
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
- United Kingdom: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Drive on the left. Some bridges and tunnels charge tolls.
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Craig House CampsiteCampsite11 km from The Dark Hedges · 15 pitchesTentsCaravansMotorhomesShowersToilets
- Bush Caravan ParkMotorhome stopover13 km from The Dark Hedges · 48 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Ballymacrea Touring Caravan ParkMotorhome stopover16 km from The Dark HedgesMotorhomesShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Tullans Farm Caravan ParkMotorhome stopover16 km from The Dark HedgesMotorhomesElectricityShowersToilets
- Craigahulliar Holiday ParkMotorhome stopover16 km from The Dark HedgesMotorhomesShowersToiletsWi-Fi
- Cushendall Caravan Holiday ParkMotorhome stopover22 km from The Dark HedgesTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposal
All campsites in United Kingdom · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is The Dark Hedges?
The Dark Hedges is in Armoy, United Kingdom, at GPS 55.1350, -6.3810. It is about 11 km from Ballycastle.
Can you camp near The Dark Hedges?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Charlie's Hideaway Camping & Caravanning, about 2 km away; within 25 km there are 29 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass The Dark Hedges?
The Dark Hedges is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Causeway Coastal Route.
What is there to see near The Dark Hedges?
Places worth a stop nearby: Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge (12 km), Giant's Causeway (14 km), Mussenden Temple (28 km) and Fanad Head lighthouse (81 km).
When is the best time to visit The Dark Hedges?
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)