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Sketrick Castle – Whiterock Harbour loop from Whiterock

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Sketrick Castle – Whiterock Harbour loop from Whiterock

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Sketrick Castle – Whiterock Harbour loop from Whiterock

01:37

6.12km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Strangford & Lecale AONB

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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410 m

Sketrick Castle

Highlight • Castle

Sketrick Castkle is a historic landmark situated on Sketrick Island near Whiterock. The castle dates back to the 12th century and the grounds are free to explore.

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715 m

Ballydorn Bay & Lightship LV Petrel

Highlight • Monument

If you get caught in a rain shower, there is decent shelter to be had, just opposite the moorings around the same position as this Highlight. The view will keep you settled.

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729 m

View of Boats in Strangford & Lecale AONB

Highlight • Lake

Pretty road along the water!

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5.22 km

Whiterock Harbour

Highlight • Settlement

It's home to two yacht clubs: Strangford Lough Yacht Club and 1.5 kilometres (0.95 mi) to the north, Down Cruising Club. Between the two yacht clubs is Sketrick Castle, a …

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6.12 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.89 km

223 m

Surfaces

5.89 km

119 m

104 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 16 May

13°C

6°C

69 %

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Sketrick Castle – Whiterock Harbour loop from Whiterock

Sketrick Castle

Ballydorn Bay & Lightship LV Petrel

View of Boats in Strangford & Lecale AONB

Whiterock Harbour

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