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Reviewed through 17 August 2026

Beach guide · County Galway

Inis Oírr Main Beach, County Galway

Sandy Galway bathing place at Inis Oírr Main

GalwayCoastBoat only

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

AccessBoat onlyChecked 17 August 2026
ParkingNoChecked 12 November 2025
ToiletsConfirmedChecked 12 November 2025
Accessible approachNoChecked 12 November 2025
Seasonal lifeguardNot confirmedChecked 12 November 2025
Dogs on leadNoChecked 12 November 2025
Bathing restrictionCurrent status not confirmedChecked 12 November 2025

The place

About Inis Oírr Main Beach

Inis Oírr is situated 17km off the Galway coast and 9km off the Clare coast. The beach is on the northern coast of the island and is known as Trá Inis Oírr. The setting requires boat access; confirm permission, landing conditions, weather, tide and a safe return plan before travelling. Official information lists toilets and seasonal lifeguard provision; check current availability and local notices before relying on them.

Beach details

What the evidence records

Water settingCoastChecked 17 August 2026
Shore surfaceSandChecked 17 August 2026
Bathing-place statusIdentifiedChecked 17 August 2026
Water qualityNot confirmed

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