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Beaches close to Lahinch
White Strand is a small, sandy beach located in a narrow bay surrounded by rock formations. The presence of offshore reefs reduces wave action at the shoreline. The beach is home to various marine wildlife, vegetation, fish, and shellfish. Swimmers are protected from motorized watercraft, surfing, canoes, and kayaks. Seasonal beach bye-laws prohibit horse riding and dogs from 11 am to 6 pm.
Spanish Point is a sandy beach located west of Milltown Malbay near Quilty to Lahinch road. It offers great views of the Atlantic sea at Mal Bay with a fascinating rocky shoreline and long rocks stretching into the waters. The place is home to diverse marine flora and fauna, including shellfish. Swimming and surfing are common activities while the use of motorised watercraft, surfing, canoes, and kayaks near swimmers is not allowed. A few restrictions apply, such as no horse riding or dogs allowed from 11am-6pm during summers under the beach bye-laws.
Quilty bathing area is in County Clare, on the southwest coast of Ireland, within the Shannon River Basin District.
Seafield Beach is a peaceful sandy shore situated in a rural area of County Clare. It is only 3km from Quilty village, on the south-west coast. Swimming is the primary activity at the beach, thus restrictions are enforced for motorised watercraft, surfing, canoes, and kayaks in close proximity to swimmers. Horse riding and dogs are also prohibited from 11am to 6pm during the summer season, as per beach bye-laws in place.
This serene sandy beach is situated on the north-eastern shore of Inis Oirr in outer Galway Bay. It's a favourite spot among locals and can be reached via a tar road. Fishermen frequent the beach and it's conveniently located near the airstrip and lighthouse. It's just a 15-minute walk from the pier, offering breathtaking views of the Clare coastline and the picturesque countryside.
Inis Oírr, located 17km from Galway and 9km from Clare, boasts Trá Inis Oírr, a stunning beach on its northern coast. Through traditional farming methods, the island has managed to preserve its top ecological status. Additionally, Inis Oírr hosts international avian species identified under Annex 1 of the Birds Directive. The island serves as a breeding ground for Choughs, while other safeguarded birds such as Little Tern, Arctic Tern, and Sandwich Tern can also be found on this magnificent island.
Fanore Beach is a beautiful sandy area with exposed limestone at low tide. It boasts a dune area in the northeast with diverse plant life. Surfing and wind surfing are popular activities, but the use of motorised watercraft, canoes and kayaks are not allowed near swimmers. Horse riding and dogs are prohibited between 11am and 6pm during the summer season, as per beach bye-laws.
White Strand is a rural sandy beach situated on the south-west coast of County Clare. The semi-natural marine riparian zone is ideal for surfing, windsurfing, angling, and horse riding. However, motorised watercraft, surfing, canoes, and kayaks are restricted near swimmers. There are specific beach bye-laws, which prohibit horse riding and dogs between 11 am and 6 pm during the summer season.
The bathing area located at Ballyallia Lake is centered around a modest slipway and comprises small stones that span a distance of 70 meters alongside the shoreline. Notably, Ballyallia Lake is both a Special Area of Conservation and a Special Protection Area designated for the preservation of aquatic bird species and wildlife. Visitors can engage in leisurely walks and fishing activities at this location. Families with young children often frequent this area to feed ducks and enjoy picnics. To ensure safe and proper conduct, specific beach bye-laws are enforced, which includes strict regulations that prohibit horse riding and dogs during the summer season between the hours of 11 am to 6 pm.
Bishopsquarter, situated in Ballyvaughan Bay, boasts diverse habitats ranging from rocky shores to sand dunes and a turlough, home to a wide range of flora and fauna. Activities such as swimming, walking/running, and angling are popular. However, horse riding and dog-walking are prohibited between 11 am and 6 pm during the summer season, as per beach bye-laws.
