Port, Lurganboy

About this spot

The beach is mainly sandy with a small area of rocks consisting of sand dunes. There are mature sand dunes located on the beach which support a variety of plant species. There is also a variety of wildlife including crabs and seaweed. The nearest sites which have a statutory designation for conservation are Clogherhead SAC and Dunany Point NHA. The length of the bathing area is approximately 2300m in length. The beach is gently sloping into the sea at the bathing area.

Facilities & access

Lifeguard

Yes

Parking

Yes

Toilets

Yes

Accessible entry

No

Dogs

YesDuring the bathing season dogs are prohibited from the beach between 11am and 6pm

Public transport

No

Official water quality

Classified Excellent in 2025.

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

Port, Lurganboy 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 Port, Lurganboy?

the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) classified Port, Lurganboy 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 Port, Lurganboy?

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

Is there a lifeguard at Port, Lurganboy?

Yes — Port, Lurganboy has lifeguard cover. Cover is seasonal; check locally before relying on it.

What facilities are there at Port, Lurganboy?

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