Ballyhiernan Beach, Fanad, County Donegal

Sandy Donegal bathing beach at Ballyhiernan

DonegalPublic access

Directions

Four ways to orient yourself

Views of Ballyhiernan Beach, Fanad

These are map-derived orientation views, not documentary photographs.

Plan the visit

Know before you go

Confirmed, unavailable and unknown are kept separate. Conditions and services can change; check notices when you arrive.

AccessPublic accessChecked 17 August 2026

ParkingConfirmedChecked 12 November 2025

ToiletsNoChecked 12 November 2025

Accessible approachNoChecked 12 November 2025

Seasonal lifeguardNot confirmedChecked 12 November 2025

Dogs on leadConfirmedChecked 12 November 2025

Bathing restrictionCurrent status not confirmedChecked 12 November 2025

The place

About Ballyhiernan Beach, Fanad

Ballyhiernan beach is a north facing, long sandy beach consisting of sandy dunes. There are three bays on the beach Carrickachurdin Bay, Kinlackagh Bay and Trabane Bay. Public access is recorded, but the usable shore and final approach can still change with tide, weather and local conditions. Official information lists parking; check current availability and local notices before relying on them.

Beach details