Swimming spots in Cork

ArdnahinchArdnahinch Beach is located near Shanagarry in Co Cork in a wide bay with views to Ballycotton and the Island lighthouse.
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
Ballynamona StrandBallynamona Beach is part of a line of beaches from Silver Strand on edge of Ballycotton village which connects to Ballynamona, which in turn connects to Ardnahinch Beach, which…
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
BallyrisodeBallyrisode Beach is a sandy, sheltered beach located at Toomore in Co Cork and is within a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and a National Heritage Area (NHA).
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
Barley CoveBarley Cove Beach is a south facing sandy beach backing onto extensive sand dunes.
Good to go
No current pollution alerts — always assess conditions yourself.
Cadogans strand, SchullCadogan's Strand is located close to Schull town in Co Cork.
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
Cape Clear North HarbourCape Clear North Harbour Beach , is a gently sloping sandy beach facing North, towards Schull on the Southern coast of Ireland.
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
Dooneen PierDooneen Pier is is a deep water harbour located on the Sheep's Head Peninsula in Co Cork.
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
FountainstownFountainstown Beach is an east-facing, gently sloping, sandy/shingle beach.
Good to go
No current pollution alerts — always assess conditions yourself.
Galley CoveGalley Cove is located at Crookhaven in Co Cork.
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
GarnishGarnish Beach is at the southern tip of the Beara peninsula, West Cork.
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
GarretstownGarrettstown Beach is a south facing, gently sloping, sandy beach which is flanked on both sides by rocky cliffs.
Good to go
No current pollution alerts — always assess conditions yourself.
Garrylucas, White StrandGarrylucas beach is a gently sloping, sandy beach which is flanked on both sides by rocky cliffs.
Good to go
No current pollution alerts — always assess conditions yourself.
GarryvoeGarryvoe beach is a south east facing, gently sloping, sandy/pebble beach located on a long stretch of sandy coastline.
Good to go
No current pollution alerts — always assess conditions yourself.
InchNOTE: Cork County Council have informed the EPA that no sampling is being carried out at Inch beach this year due to safety concerns / risks identified at this beach.
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
Inchydoney East BeachInchydoney East beach is a sandy south facing beach.
Good to go
No current pollution alerts — always assess conditions yourself.
Inchydoney West BeachInchydoney West Beach is a relatively gently sloping, sandy, south facing beach located at the north east of Clonakilty Bay.
Good to go
No current pollution alerts — always assess conditions yourself.
KilcrohaneKilcrohane Pier is a small sheltered harbour just outside the village of Kilcrohane.
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
Oileán ChléireOileán Chléire (Cape Clear Island) has an enviable location – right on the cusp of the continental shelf.
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
Oileán ChléireOileán Chléire (Cape Clear Island) has an enviable location – right on the cusp of the continental shelf.
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
Owenahincha, Little Island StrandOwenahincha is a relatively gently sloping, sandy beach and has sand dunes to the rear which extend between 70m & 100m.
Good to go
No current pollution alerts — always assess conditions yourself.
OysterhavenOysterhaven Beach is located in Oysterhaven, Co Cork.
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
RedbarnRedbarn beach is a south facing, gently sloping, sandy/pebble beach.
Good to go
No current pollution alerts — always assess conditions yourself.
Red StrandRed Strand is located just outside Clonakilty in Co Cork.
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
Ring (Greenlands Strand)Ring Beach is a sandy beach, located approx 3.5 kilometres from Ballymacoda in Co Cork.
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
Rocky BayRocky Bay Beach is located at Carrigaline in Co Cork.
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
Sandycove"Sandycove, 5km from Kinsale town centre is one of the towns most beloved coastal gems, drawing stand‑up paddleboarders, kayakers, and sea swimmers to its beautifully sheltered…
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
Silver Strand, Sherkin IslandSilver Strand is a gently sloping sandy beach open to the south west.
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
The Dock Beach KinsaleA charming ,sandy, sheltered beach on the outskirts of Kinsale town.
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
TragumnaTragumna beach is a relatively gently sloping, sandy, south/south-west facing beach located at the north east of Tragumna Bay.
Good to go
No current pollution alerts — always assess conditions yourself.
Warren, Cregane StrandWarren beach is a south east facing, gently sloping, sandy beach backing onto sand dunes (dunes extend between 40m & 50m).
Good to go
No current pollution alerts — always assess conditions yourself.
WhiteBay Beach Whitegate MidletonWhite Bay beach Cuán bán in County Cork is a secluded surf strand on the East side of Cork Harbour Inlet, near Roches Point.
Not monitored
This spot isn't officially monitored, so there's no water-quality data for it. Assess conditions yourself before entering.
Youghal ClaycastleClaycastle Beach is a gently sloping sandy beach with a narrow area of marsh/dunes (part of Ballyvergan Marsh).
Good to go
No current pollution alerts — always assess conditions yourself.
Youghal Front Strand BeachYoughal Front Strand is a gently sloping sandy beach with a concrete promenade area to the rear for most of the length of the beach.
Good to go
No current pollution alerts — always assess conditions yourself.