Castlegregory

About this spot

Castlegregory Beach is located on the northern side of the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry, in the South West of Ireland. Castlegregory Beach is a sandy beach, facing north-east into Tralee Bay. It is largely sheltered from severe wave activity and from the prevailing winds, which tend to be south westerly, by virtue of its orientation and the fact that the Maharees Peninsula (which extends into Tralee Bay) is situated to the north. The strand is popular with bathers and walkers. Public car-parking and public conveniences (bathing season only) are provided immediately adjacent to the bathing area.

Facilities & access

Lifeguard

No

Parking

Yes

Toilets

Yes

Accessible entry

No

Dogs

Yes

Public transport

No

Official water quality

Classified Excellent in 2025.

Castlegregory is classified as achieving Excellent Water Quality in 2025 based on the assessment of bacteriological results for the period 2022 to 2025. Castlegregory 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 Castlegregory right now?

Castlegregory 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 Castlegregory?

the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) classified Castlegregory 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 Castlegregory?

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

Is there a lifeguard at Castlegregory?

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

What facilities are there at Castlegregory?

Castlegregory has toilets, parking. Facility information is published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland).