Clogherhead Cliff Walk — Attraction in The Borough District of Drogheda

The Clogherhead Headland Cliff Walk is enjoyable but good mobility is needed due to having to navigate stiles, reasonably steep slopes in parts and rough ground underfoot. The path starts on the northern end of Clogherhead beach or at the other end in Port Oriel. Free parking and toilets are available at both locations. Along the route there are lovely views of the coast and sea plus two interesting ruins, one from World War One and the other from World War Two. Both are in ruins but if you are interested in history they are worthwhile visiting because you will appreciate their strategic positions. There is an abundance of birdlife to be seen too. We saw Stonechats, Oystercatchers, Redshanks and Sandwich Terns amongst others. Overall, I would recommend visiting here if you like coastal scenery...

This is a walk well worth the trip. Large recently resurfaced car park right at the starting point makes getting going as easy as it gets. We went on a sunny but windy March day so were glad of the windproof jackets as it is obviously very exposed here. The ground is reasonably even for the most part although some parts were boggy and very wet so good walking shoes are recommended. We walked as far as the Irish Water treatment works and looped back to the car park which was around 3.5km & took 35 / 40 mins at a very leisurely pace. Some hills but they are short. It was early when we were there so didn't get fish & chips but will do...

Our go to spot for a quick drive and hike, the scenic views along the cliff walk are breathtaking. The paths are uneven with no clear signage but have path trials to walk along the top, first timers might get lost. The hike might take anywhere an hour for ascent.

No entry tickets & public toilets at the entrance.

There's a nice fish & Chips shop open mostly during summer.

Perfect place for a day out/ picnic on a nice sunny day, at port can watch seals if lucky and later ending the day with a beach walk/ swim at Clogherhead beach, a pretty close...