Trá na hUíne (Inny Strand, Waterville)

About this spot

Trá na hUíne (Inny Strand) is located on Bá na Scealg (Ballinskelligs Bay), and is approximately 2km from the village of Waterville in south Kerry. Trá na hUíne is a sandy beach backing onto an extensive sand-dune system. The beach is south westerly facing. Public car parking is provided at the southern end of the beach with a concrete ramp on to the beach. The beach is mainly used by bathers, walkers, windsurfers and anglers.

Facilities & access

Lifeguard

No

Parking

Yes

Toilets

No

Accessible entry

Yes

Dogs

Yes

Public transport

No

Official water quality

Classified Excellent in 2025.

Trá na hUíne (Inny Strand, Waterville) is classified as achieving Excellent Water Quality in 2025 based on the assessment of bacteriological results for the period 2022 to 2025. Trá na hUíne (Inny Strand, Waterville) 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 Trá na hUíne (Inny Strand, Waterville) right now?

Trá na hUíne (Inny Strand, Waterville) 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 Trá na hUíne (Inny Strand, Waterville)?

the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) classified Trá na hUíne (Inny Strand, Waterville) 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 Trá na hUíne (Inny Strand, Waterville)?

There are no active bathing restrictions published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) for Trá na hUíne (Inny Strand, Waterville). That is not a guarantee of safety — assess conditions yourself.

Is there a lifeguard at Trá na hUíne (Inny Strand, Waterville)?

No lifeguard cover is listed for Trá na hUíne (Inny Strand, Waterville). Never swim alone at an unguarded spot.

What facilities are there at Trá na hUíne (Inny Strand, Waterville)?

Trá na hUíne (Inny Strand, Waterville) has parking, accessible entry. Facility information is published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland).