Carnfunnock Woodland Walk
One of a whole host of great walks on offer through the picturesque surroundings of Carnfunnock Country Park.
County
Antrim
Distance
2.5 miles
OS Map
Sheet 9
Nearest Town
Larne, Drains Bay & Ballygally.
Route Shape
Linear
Route Type
Hill, Parkland & Grassland, Woodland
Terrain
Flat, hilly, slopes and steps.
Grid Reference (Start)
D384066
Grid Reference (End)
D384066
Point of Interest
Wildlife garden, Maze, Activity Centre
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Antrim Coast & Glens
Route Description
This is the longest and most energetic walk at Carnfunnock and takes you to most of the park's features, the woodland and wetland.
Getting to the Start (by Public Transport)
Translink - journeyplanner.translink.co.uk
Getting to the Start (by Car)
On Antrim Coast Road (A2), 3.5 miles north of Larne. Walk from the main car park following sign posts directly to the Carnfunnock Visitor Centre.
Larne parkrun starts and ends at Drains Bay car park.
Getting to the Start (on Foot)
All routes commence from the Carnfunnock Visitor Centre.
Larne parkrun starts and ends at Drains Bay car park.
Dogs
Dogs are allowed. Dogs are allowed. However, park operates dog zones. Dogs are not permitted in the maze, walled garden, activity centre, family fun zone, golf course or inside buildings. Dogs must be under control at all times. Use bins provided for waste.
Accessibility Grade
Accessible Facilities
The following facilities are available for users with limited mobility:
.jpg) | Café (wheelchair accessible) |
 | Disabled parking |
 | Disabled toilets |
 | Visitors Centre |
.jpg) | Lighting (entire route) |
Facilities
The Cafe and Visitor Centre, with tourist information and novelty goods for sale, are open daily from mid March-October. The Cafe is open at weekends throughout the year. (Tel: 07933 884350 for confirmation of cafe opening hours)
There is a charge to use the car park in the summer season, although registered blue badge holders can park for free on production of their badge. Parking is also available in Carnfunnock Bay and Drains Bay. Toilets are open all year (excluding Christmas Day).
Publication
Carnfunnock Country Park Visitor Guide.Also included in Larne Country Walks
Publication Availability
Carnfunnock Country Park (028) 2826 2471 or Larne Visitor Information Centre (028) 2826 2495. Larne Country Walks available to download on this webpage.
