Dundrum Bridge – Carrigs Estuary loop from Dundrum

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Dundrum Bridge – Carrigs Estuary loop from Dundrum

Moderate

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Dundrum Bridge – Carrigs Estuary loop from Dundrum

02:01

7.89km

30m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Mourne AONB

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.49 km

View of Slieve Donard from Keel Point

Highlight • Natural

Found on the beautiful peninsula between Dundrum Bay and Murlough Bay (Irish: Murlach, meaning 'sea inlet') Keel Point has perfect views of Slieve Donard, the highest peak in the Kingdom of the Mourne Mountains.

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1.72 km

Dundrum Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

3.75 km

Seal Resting Area at Ballykinler Beach

Highlight • Beach

often possible to see seals here at low tide- but do watch out for the flags at Ballykinler which do restrict access at the far end of the beach when they are using the range.

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4.65 km

Carrigs Estuary

Highlight • River

Lovely running route all the way around the estuary. Can get boggy so be prepared.

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5.04 km

View of Dundrum

Highlight • Viewpoint

5.29 km

Carrigs Estuary

Highlight • River

Enjoy views across the sparkling Carrigs Estuary at Dundrum as you make your way along the northern coastline of the Murlough Nature Reserve, a 6000-year-old sand dune system located near Newcastle in Northern Ireland.

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