Bathing Place at Portumna

Active notices

• Bathing is temporarily prohibited

  Water quality affected due to the presence of algal bloom

  Official notice (PDF)

About this spot

Portumna bathing water is a pleasant well maintained facility used throughout the year. It is situated in a shallow area of Lough Derg near the town of Portumna. This is an important lake in Ireland for waterfowl. Lough Derg is an area of conservation because of its numbers of fish and freshwater invertebrates. Activities around the bathing area and lake include sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, angling and horse riding.

Facilities & access

Lifeguard

Yes12-6 weekends July Aug

Parking

Yes

Toilets

Yes

Accessible entry

YesAccess to waters edge.

Dogs

NoNo dogs allowed on designated blue flag beaches during lifeguard hours. Dogs allowed on a lead at all other times.

Public transport

No

Official water quality

Classified Excellent in 2025.

Bathing Place at Portumna is classified as achieving Excellent Water Quality in 2025 based on the assessment of bacteriological results for the period 2022 to 2025. Bathing Place at Portumna has achieved an Excellent 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 Bathing Place at Portumna right now?

Bathing Place at Portumna is currently marked "Do not swim". Water quality affected due to the presence of algal bloom 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 Bathing Place at Portumna?

the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) classified Bathing Place at Portumna as Excellent 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 Bathing Place at Portumna?

Yes. Water quality affected due to the presence of algal bloom This notice was published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) and began on 2026-08-13.

Is there a lifeguard at Bathing Place at Portumna?

Yes — Bathing Place at Portumna has lifeguard cover. Hours: 12-6 weekends July Aug. Cover is seasonal; check locally before relying on it.

What facilities are there at Bathing Place at Portumna?

Bathing Place at Portumna has toilets, parking, accessible entry. Dogs are restricted. Facility information is published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland).