Cave Hill Country Park gets its name from five caves - which could be early iron mines - located on the side of the main Belfast cliffs. The park itself contains a wealth of natural and historical features. These include Cave Hill, one of the most familiar and visible landmarks of Belfast, and Belfast Castle. Natural attractions at Cave Hill Country Park include heath and moorland on top of the hill, the meadows and Milewater Stream in Carr's Glen Linear Park, the woodlands of Hazelwood and the beautiful surroundings of Belfast Castle estate. The area is rich in birds and wild plants, with land at Ballyaghagan and Hazelwood designated as local nature reserves. Visitors to Cave Hill Country Park can enjoy panoramic views across Belfast from vantage points on the hillside. There are also waymarked trails which are suitable for casual walkers or serious ramblers. There are several archaeological sites in Cave Hill Country Park, including the remains of a stone cairn, cashel and crannog. The most spectacular however is McArts Fort, which stand almost 368 metres (about 1200 feet) above sea level.

Opening Hours:
The Cave Hill Visitors Centre on the second floor of Belfast Castle,
9:00am-10:00pm Monday to Saturday, 9:00am-6:00pm Sunday.

Location: Cave Hil, Belfast, Co Antrim.