White Rocks Beach Co Antrim Ireland

White Rocks Beach Portrush Co Antrim Ireland awarded with the prestigious 2009 Blue Flag Award, has become a favourite with locals and tourists alike. Expierence the truly distinguishable headland forms as they rise out the ocean along the beach such as Shelagh’s Head, the Wishing Arch, Elephant Rock and the Lion’s Paw.

White Rocks Beach unique limestone cliffs stretches from Curran Strand to Dunluce Castle . What you see of the White Rocks from the land is only a fraction of what lies below the cliffs,under the road, there are cavernous caves, accessible only from the sea, home to seabirds and a hunting ground for hawks.The caves are exceptional and one of the hidden treasures to be discovered along the coast,where time has shaped some truly spectacular caves and arches. The Cathedral cave is perhaps the most impressive with three arches, other caves along the way include the Heart Cave, Teardrop Cave, Lord Antrim’s Parlor and many more.

Take in the incredible views of the headlands to the Giant’s Causeway and back to Portrush and Donegal from main coast road where you will find pull-in areas and a large car park. Along the beach, there are grassy knolls with sea views and ideal for picnics.The beach also attracts water sports enthusiasts as regular surfers and body boarders can be seen in the surf.