Clifden Bay Beach, County Galway

Sandy Galway bathing place at Clifden Bay

GalwayPublic access

Directions

Four ways to orient yourself

Views of Clifden Bay Beach

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 1 March 2022

ToiletsNot confirmedChecked 1 March 2022

Accessible approachNot confirmedChecked 1 March 2022

Seasonal lifeguardNot confirmedChecked 1 March 2022

Dogs on leadNot confirmedChecked 1 March 2022

Bathing restrictionCurrent status not confirmed

The place

About Clifden Bay Beach

Clifden Beach is a small sheltered sandy beach located close to Clifden Town, 78kms to the west of Galway City on the shores of Clifden Bay. The bathing area is located down a narrow road called “The Beach Road” beside Clifden Boat Club and the RNLI Station. Public access is recorded, but the usable shore and final approach can still change with tide, weather and local conditions. Official information lists parking and toilets; check current availability and local notices before relying on them.

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