Portmuck
| County | Distance | OS Map |
| Antrim | 2 miles | Sheet 9 |
| Nearest Town | Route Shape | RouteType |
| Portmuck | Linear | Coastal |
| Terrain | Grid Reference (Start) | Grid Reference (Finish) |
| Grassy paths, rocky areas, steep | D461024 | D461024 |
A hidden gem at the north eastern tip of Island Magee, Portmuck is a stunning little harbour. The National Trust own and manage coast on either side of the harbour and have provided excellent trails for visitors to enjoy the stunning coastal scenery and dramatic views.
| Point of Interest | Portmuck harbour. Tombola across to Isle of Muck. Geology |
| Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty | Other Area |
| Route Description | Two linear routes on either side of the harbour. Northern route: From the car park cross the picnic area and go through the wooden swing gate, turn left and follow the path up the slope. When you come to a step over stile, cross this and continue across two open fields until you reach the boundary. Return by same route. Southern route: Climb the steps beside the harbour, follow the path until you get to the rocky shore. Turn right and continue until you reach the point with the tombola over to the Isle of Muck. Follow the trail up the slope to the right. When the main grassy path is reached, you can either turn left and walk about a half mile to the end of the path and then return or turn right and take the next trail on the left. Follow this trail until the road is reached, then turn right and walk along the road until you return to the car park. |
| Getting to the Start | Take A2 from Belfast to Larne, turn right onto the B90. Then go straight onto the B150. Follow signs to Portmuck. Parking in the harbour car park |
| Facilities | Disabled parking available in the harbour car park. Harbour toilets open during summer months |
| Accessible Toilet Facilities | No |
| Accessible Terrain | Mostly grassy paths or uneven rocky surfaces. Steps and several swing gates and stiles throughout the walk |
| Accessible Signage | No |
| Publication | No |
| Publication Availability | N/A |
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2 feedback comments have been left by readers about Portmuck:
Had an alfresco lunch today at Portmuck. Then went walking and learnt about the tombola. It was beautiful so peacful and the sun was out.Took a walk and got some lovely photos.Didn't want the bank holiday to end.Will definately go back my boyfriend was hoping to see puffins but only managed cormorants gannets and gulls.watched some guys fishing too and collected a few stones to take home as a reminder.
I walked Portmuck today and the weather was gorgeous, the sea was calm and the Ferries were coming and going, it was all too beautiful.
The only downside for me was that the walk didn't go on further, but after crossing the second field and reaching the boundary it looks like they are putting in another walk way. Has anybody else heard anything about this?
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