Causeway Coastal Route

The last few days we have been following the Causeway Coast trail along the north shore of the island.  This is also the most popular section of the Ulster Way for day hikers and the trail markers and services are plentiful.  Steep in history and points to see we have taken our time and enjoyed the views. We have stopped at Carrick-a-rede bridge, Dunsilken castle, Giant's Causeway, Dunluce Castle and the Bushmill's Whiskey Distillery (the 12 year old malt was delicious). The scenery is the real attraction as we travel along the coastal cliffs and across sandy beaches. Sometimes we are only a few feet from the edge and asking the wind to not change directions quickly. Friday we hiked 26 km and Saturday was 18 km and my body is slowly adjusting to the pack while I walk, the fewer hills we climb the better. We continue to get the "you must be crazy looks" when we tell people why we're here but it makes for good conversations.  I figured out how to upload pictures here finally. Getting ready to say goodbye to the ocean, Sunday we turn south and head across country for 10 days or so.

Trail leading to Giant's Causeway

Giant's Causeway

View from our hostel Friday and Saturday night