Clogga

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2024-10-14

Clogga is located in Wicklow. Parking is available near the beach. Dogs shall be kept on a leash.
Clogga Beach is a sandy beach that is bordered by cliffs and rocks, leading to shallow and crystal-clear waters. The cliffs and Arklow Rock support nesting birds and are part of the proposed Natural Heritage Area (pNHA001745) known as Arklow Rock-Askintinny.
The beach is used by limited numbers of surfers, windsurfers, canoeists and snorkelling enthusiasts
The beach at Clogga is located approximately 4km south of Arklow Town via regional road R 772 and local roads west of Kish Bridge. The beach is situated 1.5 km south of Arklow Head. The beach is approximately 1000m long and is approximately 0.4sq. km. in area. The beach is accessed from local roads to parking area. The pedestrian access from the public car park to the beach was upgraded in 2013.
Clogga Beach is a sandy beach backing onto cliffs, a small section of rock armour (to protect against sea erosion) and higher ground. A small section of the The beach is somewhat exposed and can be expected to be rough at times. A water safety risk assessment has not been carried out for this beach. The assessments which have been carried out at other beaches in County Wicklow have indicated a moderate risk from wave spilling, sand bars/banks and rip/other currents and therefore caution should be exercised especially with regard to the supervision of young children as such hazards may be present.

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