DISTANCE

2 miles

ROUTE TYPE

Loop

TRAIL GRADE

Moderate

Crawfordsburn Country Park, Meadow Walk

Down

A gentle walk taking in the Wildflower Meadow, areas of mature woodland, and a coastal stretch. The Wildflower Meadow and 21 acres are a blaze with colour in the summer months when the orchids and wildflowers are in bloom.

DISTANCE

2 miles

ROUTE TYPE

Loop

OS MAP

Sheet 15

GRID REFERENCE

J467822

COUNTY

Down

NEAREST TOWN

Crawfordsburn

LANDSCAPE

Beach, Coastal, Parkland & Grassland, Woodland

Trail Grade

Moderate

TERRAIN

Off road paths

ON/OFF PUBLIC ROAD

null

DIFFICULTY

null

TRAIL INFORMATION

Leave the Visitors' Centre at Crawfordsburn Country Park, and follow the waymarked trail south. It continues through the Glen, Wildflower Meadow, 21 Acres, and along the coastal path to return to the centre.

TRAIL INFORMATION

Leave the Visitors' Centre at Crawfordsburn Country Park, and follow the waymarked trail south. It continues through the Glen, Wildflower Meadow, 21 Acres, and along the coastal path to return to the centre.

GETTING TO THE START

Follow the A2 from Belfast to Bangor. Crawfordsburn Country Park is signposted from the Junction at Ballyrobert.
  • Point of Interest
    Mature woodland, wildflower meadow, orchids
  • Facilities
    The Woodlands Café is situated at the visitors centre in the country park and is open everyday 10:00-4:30. The café serves hot and cold snacks, lunches and specialty teas and coffees. Car parking, picnic tables and toilets are also available on site. The following facilities are available for users with limited mobility: – Café (wheelchair accessible) – Visitors Centre – Disabled toilets – Disabled parking – Mobility vehicle available.
  • Dog Policy
    Dogs should be on a lead. Please clean up after your dog.
  • Accessibility Information
    Accessibility Grade: Grade 4
    Terrain: Off road paths
    Toilet Facility: No
    Signage: No
  • Getting to the Start
    Follow the A2 from Belfast to Bangor. Crawfordsburn Country Park is signposted from the Junction at Ballyrobert.
  • Trail Grade
    Moderate TRAIL GRADE DISCLAIMER

    The trail grades shown on OutmoreNI.com and WalkNI.com are based on desk-based assessments of available trail information. The categories—Easy, Moderate, Strenuous, and Very Strenuous—follow the Sustainable Trails Development Guide grading system.

    These grades are provided as a general guide to help users choose trails that may be suitable for them. They are not a substitute for official, on-site grading or safety information provided by the relevant land manager, which may differ from the information on these websites.

    Outdoor activities involve inherent risks, including the risk of injury, death, property damage, and other hazards. By using information from OutmoreNI.com and WalkNI.com, you acknowledge that you do so at your own risk. OutmoreNI.com and WalkNI.com accept no responsibility or liability for any loss, injury, or damage arising from the use of this information.

    Conditions on trails can change, and the actual environment may differ from what is described online. Users should always exercise their own judgment, take appropriate precautions, and remain responsible for their own safety and conduct at all times.

    All information provided on OutmoreNI.com and WalkNI.com is intended as a guide only and should be used alongside your own experience, awareness, and careful decision-making.

    Routes with a varying range of climbs and descents, loose and uneven surfaces. Expect a few, large obstacles such as stiles and steps. A good level of fitness and self-reliance is recommended.

GALLERY

DOWNLOADS & PUBLICATIONS


Subscribe to our Newsletter

Subscribe and be the first to hear about new outdoor trails and places or find inspiration to help you plan days out.

No spam. Easy unsubscribe links are provided in every email.

Keep in touch with us

This website has been produced by

Privacy Policy | Cookie Policy | Disclaimer

© 2026 | Outmore NI. All rights reserved. Website designed & developed by SugarProjects