Merrion Strand, County Dublin

Sandy Dublin bathing place at Merrion Strand

DublinPublic access

Directions

Four ways to orient yourself

Views of Merrion Strand

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

ParkingNot confirmedChecked 11 February 2022

ToiletsNoChecked 17 August 2026

Accessible approachNot confirmedChecked 11 February 2022

Seasonal lifeguardNot confirmedChecked 11 February 2022

Dogs on leadNoChecked 17 August 2026

Bathing restrictionCurrent status not confirmed

The place

About Merrion Strand

Merrion beach is a sandy beach with a gradual slope which makes the water too shallow for any real swimming. There is a large inlet of water that remains even at low tide and is known locally as "Cockle Lake". Public access is recorded, but the usable shore and final approach can still change with tide, weather and local conditions. Treat it as unserviced: do not assume parking, toilets or lifeguard cover, and check tide, weather and sea conditions before entering the water.

Beach details