Crawfordsburn Beach – Helen's Bay Beach loop from Helen's Bay

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Crawfordsburn Beach – Helen's Bay Beach loop from Helen's Bay

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Crawfordsburn Beach – Helen's Bay Beach loop from Helen's Bay

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8.65km

110m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.28 km

Crawfordsburn Country Park

Highlight • Forest

Beautiful quiet Woodland Walks

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4.75 km

Beautiful sandy inlet on the shores of Crawfordsburn Country Park. You can enjoy some spectacular scenery and views toward Belfast Lough as well as a peek at the magnificent Crawfordsburn House which stands overlooking the sea.

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5.08 km

Crawfordsburn beach

Highlight • Beach

5.21 km

Crawfordsburn Beach

Highlight • Beach

Beautiful beach to stop for kids to play in the sand, or to get in for a dip

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7.18 km

Rock Point

Highlight • Natural

Here a rocky outcrop provides some excellent views east toward Crawfordsburn Country Park and west toward Helen's Bay Beach, and, on a clear day, all the way to Belfast.

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7.18 km

Rocky Outcrop Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Here a rocky outcrop provides some excellent views east toward Crawfordsburn Country Park and west toward Helen's Bay Beach, and, on a clear day, all the way to Belfast.

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7.66 km

Helen's Bay Beach

Highlight • Beach

Nice safe golden sandy beach with views across Belfast Lough to County Antrim. Great for swimming and dog walking. The coastal path round to Bangor can be cycled but is …

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8.65 km

End point

Train Station

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