Ballyquin Beach

Ballyquin Beach is conveniently accessible, offering limited restroom facilities and a stunning expanse of sandy shoreline during low tide.

A wonderful beach for some tranquility. You can often spot dolphins frolicking in the water 🐬.

I adore this rugged beach. As you descend the steep slope, you'll encounter plenty of rocks, and there's even a long seating area carved into the rock face. After a brief walk over the pebbly stones, you'll reach a beautiful stretch of sandy beach. It's perfect for a quick dip if you can handle the cold! There are toilets available in the small car park at the top of the hill. Don't forget to bring your picnic!

A lovely secluded beach in this area, it can become crowded on weekends with good weather, but it is usually quite peaceful for a pleasant walk compared to other nearby beaches. I once camped here in a tent, built a fire, and did some beachcasting with a friend, and we didn't encounter another person all day. Technically, you're not supposed to do that, but no one seems to mind. There are public restrooms available, though I'm not certain if they are open all the time.

I recently visited this beach, and despite the narrow boreen-style roads making it a tight squeeze for our pickup truck, it was absolutely worth it! The views are breathtaking 😍 I'm thrilled my boyfriend discovered this hidden gem for us to explore during our holidays. Even though we arrived late, the water was perfect for paddling and walking through.