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Can my dog go on White Park Bay?
Yes, all year, but keep your dog on a lead.
The rules through the year
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- Aug
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- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- On a lead
| Summer | The National Trust asks you to keep dogs on a lead because livestock graze here. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed on a lead. |
| Also | The council also requires dogs on a lead at all times on the coastal path from Ballintoy to White Park Bay, with an £80 fixed penalty. |
| Parking | National Trust car park above the bay. |
On the map
Nearest beaches: Salmon Rock Beach (6.2 miles), Runkerry Beach (6.2 miles), Ballycastle Beach (6.9 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by the landowner, the National Trust, not the council. Read them at the source: National Trust page.
Last checked: 17 October 2026. Seen a different sign? Tell us and we will check it.
Common questions
Can I take my dog to White Park Bay?
Yes, all year, but keep your dog on a lead. In summer: The National Trust asks you to keep dogs on a lead because livestock graze here. In winter: Dogs allowed on a lead.