This is a short but spectacular beach walk on the Wild Atlantic Way coastal route at Falcarragh, County Donegal. The walking route presents breath-taking views to Tory Island and Horn Head with spectacular seascapes both winter and summer. This guide offers some information on the route, mainly in relation to local heritage and wildlife, that we hope will add to your enjoyment. It is divided into four short sections: Heritage; Ballyness Bay; The Dunes; Drumnatinny Beach. Links to other sites of interest are also included. The walk is about 4km to 4.5km long from Ballyness Pier to the car park at Drumnatinney Beach. It is entirely along the coast and so is level and suitable for young and old. Access is easy and you can start at either end, the pier or the car park, both with parking available. A car may be left at the end of the walk in advance for return, or you can walk back along the road (3.5km) if you want to take an alternative route back. This guide is laid out starting at the pier. What wildlife may be seen depends on the season and the weather, and the plumage of birds and the plants in flower will change. The examples and images provided are simply an aid to identification and to give a flavour of the unique and rich natural heritage of Ballyness which has been declared a site of European importance and designated as a Special Area of Conservation.
Ballyness Bay Walking Guide – PDF Download