Killard National Nature Reserve

About

Situated at the mouth of Strangford Lough, opposite Ballyquintin. The rich wildlife include orchids and other rarities, and interesting rock formations can be seen.

Start Point:
J604434

Finish Point:
J604434

Route:
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.

Distance:
1.3 miles

Terrain:
Coastal grassland, beach

Point of interest:
Views of Lough and Sea, orchids

Facilities:
None

Publication:
None

Nearest town:
Strangford

OS map:
Sheet 21

Accessible terrain:
Off road unsurfaced paths - beach and fields