Where is Magheracross Viewpoint, and is it the same as Whiterocks Beach?

Magheracross Viewpoint is a roadside viewing and picnic stop on the A2 near Portrush and Dunluce Castle. It is not the Whiterocks beach-access car park.

Tourism NI describes a purpose-built viewpoint with panorama towards the Skerries, Whiterocks and the surrounding Causeway Coast headlands. Whiterocks, by contrast, has parking nearer the beach and boardwalk access to the sand. Choosing the wrong stop can turn a short viewpoint visit into an unnecessary drive or walk.

Practical advice: If you only want photographs of the headlands, use Magheracross; for a beach visit follow the Whiterocks signs. Keep within formal parking areas and check the weather, because views can disappear in coastal fog.