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Beaches close to Cúas Crom
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.
Kells Beach is a sheltered small sandy cove, situated in a rocky shoreline inlet surrounded by agricultural lands consisting mainly of grassland and woodland. The adjacent coastal headlands are designated as Special Protection Area, while the hilly region southwest of Kells is a Special Area of Conservation. The identified bathing area, approximately 100 m wide, offers opportunities to enjoy swimming and water sports.
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.
Trá na hUíne, situated on the beautiful Ballinskelligs Bay, is a sandy beach backed by an extensive sand-dune system. It is approximately 2km from the village of Waterville in south Kerry and features a south-westerly facing aspect. The beach is primarily used for swimming, walking, windsurfing, and fishing, and there is public car parking available at the southern end of the beach with a convenient concrete ramp leading on to the sand.
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.
Waterville beach borders Ballinskelligs Bay and is situated near the town. The beachfront has been altered to provide access to the rocky shoreline, a coastal path, and other amenities.
Fionntrá beach is protected from the elements, facing east/southeast onto Cuan Fionntrá, an inlet of Dingle Bay. The sandy beach is surrounded by sand dunes covered with marram grass and wetland and grassland beyond. Kerry County Council regulates activities according to the Beach Bye-Laws of 2013. Fionntrá is situated in the South Western River Basin District and is about 7km west of an Daingean.
Rossbeigh Beach is a sandy beach that faces west into Dingle Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. The beach is protected by a shingle ridge and surrounded by extensive sand dunes, which are home to a variety of rare plant and animal species. The area also features salt marshes and mudflats that support many bird species. Rossbeigh Spit falls within the Castlemaine Harbour Special Area of Conservation and is protected under EU laws. Additionally, parts of Castlemaine Harbour and Dingle Bay are Special Protection Areas and designated as shellfish areas. Visitors can enjoy activities such as pony trekking, golf, and angling, which are regulated by the Kerry County Council Beach Bye-Laws of 2013.
Derrynane, also known as Doire Fhíonáin, is a beautiful sandy beach located in the southwest region of Ireland. Facing the Atlantic ocean, it is susceptible to the westerly winds and waves. Along with its pristine sand, visitors can also enjoy the sand dunes and surrounding forests, wetlands, and grazing areas. Popular activities include swimming, surfing, windsurfing, canoeing, and angling. While the identified bathing water is about 160m long, the larger beach stretches from Abbey Island and continues eastward beyond Derrynane House.
Béal Bán, situated in Ballyferriter Village of Co Kerry near Smerwick Harbour, boasts a peaceful coastline where horse and pony races take place.
