Tramore Beach

About this spot

Tramore is a sandy beach (3 km long) with a gentle slope down to the low water mark and beyond. There are rock pools accessible at low tide which support a variety of marine wildlife and plant species. There is a lagoon type salt marsh which is the rarest in Ireland located at the west of the beach; there are also sand dunes located on the beach. Both features ensure the area is designated as both a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and a Special Protection Area (SPA). Activities include swimming, surfing, kite surfing and kayaking.

Facilities & access

Lifeguard

YesYes

Parking

YesCarparking spaces along the promenade and a large carpark area available

Toilets

YesYes, including disabled toilets

Accessible entry

YesRamp to beach

Dogs

NoNo dogs allowed between 11am to 7pm, June, July and August

Public transport

YesPublic buses

Official water quality

Classified Excellent in 2025.

Tramore Beach is classified as achieving Excellent Water Quality in 2025 based on the assessment of bacteriological results for the period 2022 to 2025. Tramore Beach achieved an Excellent Water Quality rating in 2024 and 2022, and Good Water Quality rating in 2023. 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 Tramore Beach right now?

Tramore Beach 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 Tramore Beach?

the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) classified Tramore Beach 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 Tramore Beach?

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

Is there a lifeguard at Tramore Beach?

Yes — Tramore Beach has lifeguard cover. Hours: Yes. Cover is seasonal; check locally before relying on it.

What facilities are there at Tramore Beach?

Tramore Beach has toilets, parking, accessible entry. Dogs are restricted. Facility information is published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland).