Portrush Whiterocks

Visit Portrush Whiterocks

Portrush Whiterocks Beach on the Antrim Coast is a popular seaside destination. Relax on the sand or explore the dunes to the west or caves and arches formed in the rock to the east.

This is a wonderful location and scenic natural beauty with limestone cliffs, caves and arches. The beach is a popular one for water sports enthusiasts and walkers.

This beautiful beach can get busy in the Summer holidays. There are lifeguards on duty and facilities for children and families.

Explore the area and take the coastal path to Dunluce Castle along the cliffs.

Take in the coastal scenery on foot, start at Dunluce Castle, go through the fishing village of Portballintrae to the famous Causeway. It is about a 4 mile walk, but well worth it.

There is parking right by the beach, or if you are walking, you can take the Whiterocks Coastal Path, down to the beach from Dunluce Road.

This beach is …

  • Family Friendly
  • Blue Flag Beach

Have a great day out along the coast.

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Getting There

Taking a trip to the beach. Get there by train or car.

LOCATION: W Strand Rd, Portrush BT56 8ET
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Map of Portrush West Strand

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