Portnablagh

About this spot

Portnablagh beach consists of a small sandy beach; confined by Portnablagh pier to the North and a small headland to the South. Portnablagh beach supports a variety of wildlife including birds and shellfish. The site is part of a Special Protection Area (SPA) under the E.U. Birds Directive, of special conservation interest. This is because of rare bird species present. Activities at Portnablagh beach include swimming, kayaking, boating, windsurfing, sailing, surfing, power boating, jet skiing, diving and other land based activities on the beach. The beach is located beside the small working pier and slipway. There is a very deep gradient off Portnablagh Beach with the water depth reaching 1m approx. 10m from the water line and continuing out at a deep slope.

Facilities & access

Lifeguard

No

Parking

Yes

Toilets

No

Accessible entry

Yes

Dogs

Yes

Public transport

Yes

Official water quality

Classified Good in 2025.

Portnablagh is classified as achieving Good Water Quality in 2025 based on the assessment of bacteriological results for the period 2022 to 2025. Portnablagh achieved a Good Water Quality rating for the four consecutive years 2022 to 2025. Annual water quality ratings are generally calculated using monitoring results over a four-year period and are assessed against stringent bacterial limits to protect bather health.

Common questions

Can you swim at Portnablagh right now?

Portnablagh is currently marked "Good to go". No current pollution alerts — always assess conditions yourself. This reflects the latest data published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland). Conditions change quickly — always assess the water yourself before entering.

What is the water quality like at Portnablagh?

the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) classified Portnablagh as Good in 2025. Classifications are a rolling assessment of bacterial samples taken over four bathing seasons, measured against E. coli and intestinal enterococci limits set by the EU Bathing Water Directive.

Is there a swimming ban or warning at Portnablagh?

There are no active bathing restrictions published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) for Portnablagh. That is not a guarantee of safety — assess conditions yourself.

Is there a lifeguard at Portnablagh?

No lifeguard cover is listed for Portnablagh. Never swim alone at an unguarded spot.

What facilities are there at Portnablagh?

Portnablagh has parking, accessible entry. Facility information is published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland).