
Killard National Nature Reserve
Situated at the mouth of Strangford Lough, opposite Ballyquintin. The rich wildlife include orchids and other rarities, and interesting rock formations can be seen.
County
Down
Distance
1.3 miles
OS Map
Sheet 21
Nearest Town
Strangford
Route Shape
Circular
Route Type
Beach, Coastal
Terrain
Coastal grassland, beach
Grid Reference (Start)
J604434
Grid Reference (End)
J604434
Point of Interest
Views of Lough and Sea, orchids
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Strangford Lough
Route Description
From the layby at Mill Quarter Bay, walk towards the shore. Keeping the sea on the left follow the line of the coast around the headline.
A sandy bay marks the end of the walk, turn and retrace your steps along the shore or over the grassland to Mill Quarter Bay.
Getting to the Start (by Public Transport)
Translink - journeyplanner.translink.co.uk
Getting to the Start (by Car)
Take the Shore road out of Strangford. Cars may be left at lay-bys at Mill Quarter Bay.
Accessibility Grade
Facilities
None
Publication
None
Publication Availability
N/A
