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Northern Ireland

Mallard Plantation – Castle Ward loop from Strangford

Hiking trails & Routes

Northern Ireland

Mallard Plantation – Castle Ward loop from Strangford

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Mallard Plantation – Castle Ward loop from Strangford

01:25

5.29km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 3, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 117 m for 1.09 km

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After 1.48 km for 767 m

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After 3.97 km for 539 m

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After 4.67 km for 360 m

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After 5.09 km for 171 m

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Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

1.95 km

Mallard Plantation

Highlight • Viewpoint

Mallard Plantation is just a short distance away from Castle Ward, yet it feels like another world; with singsong birds, flowering wood sorrel, high towering emerald trees, and a truly magical ambiance.

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2

5.06 km

Strangford Lough Shore Trail and Castle Trail

Highlight • Trail

3

5.12 km

Castle Ward

Highlight • Historical Site

Coffee Shop, Trail Walks with scenic views of Strangford Lough, a Castle from the hit tv series Game of Thrones etc, well worth a visit.

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4

5.14 km

Courtyard Archway with Café, Shop, and Bookshop

Highlight • Structure

B

5.29 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.36 km

459 m

243 m

233 m

Surfaces

3.98 km

636 m

260 m

239 m

107 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 20 May

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12°C

60 %

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