Is parking free at Ballintoy Harbour and Portaneevy in County Antrim?
Yes. Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council lists both Ballintoy Harbour car park and Portaneevy car park as free. Ballintoy Harbour has 46 listed spaces and Portaneevy has 49.
Local car park, route and access details
The two sites serve different stopping points on the County Antrim coast. Ballintoy Harbour is the named parking area for visiting the harbour itself; Portaneevy is a separate local coastal parking location, not an overflow section of the harbour car park. Neither entry in the council’s table carries a standard pay-and-display tariff.
What to check before travelling
The main issue for drivers is access and capacity, not just price. Coastal approach roads can be narrow, and 46 or 49 spaces can fill when tourist traffic is heavy. Use the designated car park, do not block access for residents or emergency vehicles, and respect any temporary restrictions or safety signs that are displayed on the day.
