Benone Strand

An out-and-back stroll east along the wide sands of Benone, looking towards Downhill and Mussenden Temple.

Terrain

Sandy beach backed by dunes.

Dogs

WalkNI notes a seasonal dog-free zone on the beach from May to September; dog walkers can use the dune boardwalks to reach the open beach. Keep dogs close near livestock and cliff edges.

Start: Benone Strand entrance, off the A2 Seacoast Road. Directions to the start

Route, map and full directions: WalkNI (Outmore NI). Summary in our own words, checked 30 October 2026. Paths, tides and conditions change, so check the route before you go.

Route

We don't have a route line for this walk yet. Use the map and directions on the WalkNI (Outmore NI) page.