What is the water and sand quality of the Ballycastle Beach?

The coastline of Ballycastle Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Ballycastle Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Ballycastle Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Ballycastle Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Ballycastle Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.So the overall recommendation of the Ballycastle Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Ballycastle Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Ballycastle Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Ballycastle Beach is visited only by a few travellers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Ballycastle Beach?

Ballycastle Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Beachgoers with pets</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Ballycastle Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Ballycastle Beach.

How far is the Ballycastle Beach from parking?

The Ballycastle Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Ballycastle Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Ballycastle Beach is August. Its average value reaches 17°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 16°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 9°C and water 9°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Ballycastle Beach (Connacht) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Ballycastle Beach (Connacht) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Ballycastle Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Ballycastle Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Ballycastle Beach with spacious bay

Ballycastle Beach

Ballyfanoher, Ireland

#38 out of 43 in Connacht 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Ballycastle • 1.6 km

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About

Ballycastle Beach is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 38th place out of 43 beaches in the Connacht region The beach is located in an urban area.

Weather

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+16 ^o C +13 ^o C

Air temperature

6.6 M/S

Wind

+15 ^o C

Water temperature

1.3 M

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Located within the settlement

Ballycastle • 1.6 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.1 (Very good)

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Nearest

Ballycastle • 1.6km

Transport

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Bus Station

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7 Good

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7 Good

Gillian Hamilton

Novice Beachgoer

4 Frustrating

I rarely leave bad reviews but I thought this place was pretty horrible. Bags of rubbish at the entrance and a sign warning of raw sewage in the river. I can’t say whether this was true or not but who wants to put it to the test?! The river splits the beach in two and was impassable on the day we visited leaving only a very small walk to have with the dog. It was quiet and there was free parking for a small number of cars nearby but I can’t think of any real reason to go back or encourage others to visit. There are no facilities at all - not anywhere to get a drink, no toilet, not even a litter bin.

sarmite tiltanova

Novice Beachgoer

6 Pleasant

Not very exited about that beach. Very simple without something special views.

Tony Hazell

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Very nice beach with plenty of space. Great views and really nice walks to be had. Camping area very close by. Unfortunately there are no toilets but don’t let this put you off. Parking can be difficult when it gets busy,

L S

Novice Beachgoer

6 Pleasant

Quiet beach with free parking, shaped in circular bay that affords great views of fields in the distance. The amount of plastics evident on the beach is disappointing!

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Novice Beachgoer

8 Very good

Small beach nice scenery if your fishing there is lots of weed