Baile an Sceilg (Ballinskelligs)
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Baile an Sceilg (Ballinskelligs) is located in the county of Kerry. Life guard is present at bathing season. There are toilets and a parking lot near the beach. Dogs must be kept on a leash. Improved accessibility for people with disabilities. Beach wheelchair is available. Contact Cafe Cois Trá, Ballinskelligs to book Beach Wheelchair on 087 2965874.Available weekdays (up to 3 hours) -12 noon to 7pmAvailable weekends (up to 3 hours)- 11am to 7pmFurther information is available on Kerry County Council's website www.kerrycoco.ie
Baile an Sceilg is a protected beach situated beside the village of the same name. Horse Island shields it from the rough waters of the Atlantic, but it is exposed to winds from the south. The surrounding area is a mix of agricultural and tourist developments. The Ballinskelligs Bay and River Inny estuary are recognized as Special Areas of Conservation due to their unique ecosystems. The Kerry County Council Beach Bye-Laws, 2013 govern several activities on the beach. While the full extent of the beach measures 1km, only 400m is designated as a safe bathing area.
The beach is particularly popular with bathers and walkers. The regulation and control of a number of activities on the beach are dealt with under the Kerry County Council Beach Bye-Laws.
The beach at Baile an Sceilg is located on Bá na Scealg (Ballinskelligs Bay), adjacent to the village of Baile an Sceilg in south Kerry, approximately 5km from Waterville and 10km from Cahersiveen. The full extent of the beach is approximately 1km in length, however, the identified bathing waters comprise only 400m of this.
Baile an Sceilg is a sandy beach backing directly onto the village of the same name. The beach is sheltered from Atlantic wave action by Horse island, however, it is exposed to southerly winds.
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Reenroe beach, located between Waterville and Ballinskelligs, offers a beautiful coastal experience perfect for watersports. Its sandy bottom is ideal for those new to surfing.
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White Strand is a small sandy cove facing west, approximately 450m long. It is protected from the Atlantic's waves by Beginish Island. The surrounding land is mostly used for farming and consists of grassland. The area, including Valentia Harbour and the beach, is designated as Special Area of Conservation, while the land south of the beach is designated as Special Protection Area. Visitors enjoy windsurfing, canoeing, and fishing. Kerry County Council has restrictions in place for certain activities under the 2013 Beach Bye-Laws.
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