What is the water and sand quality of the Five finger Beach?

The coastline of Five finger 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 Five finger Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Five finger 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 Five finger 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.Five finger 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 Five finger Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Five finger 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 Five finger Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Five finger Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Five finger Beach?

Five finger 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 Five finger Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Five finger Beach.There are 1 restaurants nearby.Pollan Bay - Seafood Restaurant & Bar is the closest place located 4500 meters from the beach.

How far is the Five finger Beach from parking?

The Five finger 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.

Are there any attractions nearby Five finger Beach?

There are 1 attractions near Five finger Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Doagh Famine Village located in 1.7 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Five finger Beach (Ulster) 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.Five finger Beach (Ulster) 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 Five finger Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Five finger Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Five finger Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Five finger Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Five finger Beach located in natural area

Five finger Beach

Umgall, Ireland

#30 out of 52 in Ulster 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Deserted Sand bottom Good for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Malin • 5.5 km

Map of beach

Playground Pollan Bay/ Ballyliffen beach playground/play park

5.3km

Hiking Area BINNION MOUNTAIN PEAK

6.3km

Restaurant Pollan Bay - Seafood Restaurant & Bar

9.6 - Exceptional 4.4km

Coffee Shop Bean and scone

10 - Exceptional 5.3km

Restaurant Nancy's Barn Ballyliffin

9.6 - Exceptional 6.1km

Meal Takeaway Atlantic Catch

8.4 - Very good 6.3km

Restaurant Sunday Carvery

6.3km

Bar Jack’s Bar

4 - Frustrating 6.3km

Supermarket ATLANTIC STORES & P.O.

6.3km

Tourist Attraction Sand Dunes at Lagg

50m

Tourist Attraction Doagh Famine Village

1.7km

Tourist Attraction St. Patrick's High Cross

9.1km

Tourist Attraction Glenevin Waterfall

9.9km

Historical Landmark Carrickabraghy Castle

2.8km

Historical Landmark Lloyds Signal Tower- Malin Head

6.9km

Historical Landmark Malin Head

7km

Historical Landmark Pólifreann or Hells Hole

7.1km

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Five finger Beach is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 30th place out of 52 beaches in the Ulster region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

Located outside the settlement

Malin • 5.5 km

Map of beach

Playground Pollan Bay/ Ballyliffen beach playground/play park

5.3km

Hiking Area BINNION MOUNTAIN PEAK

6.3km

Restaurant Pollan Bay - Seafood Restaurant & Bar

9.6 - Exceptional 4.4km

Coffee Shop Bean and scone

10 - Exceptional 5.3km

Restaurant Nancy's Barn Ballyliffin

9.6 - Exceptional 6.1km

Meal Takeaway Atlantic Catch

8.4 - Very good 6.3km

Restaurant Sunday Carvery

6.3km

Bar Jack’s Bar

4 - Frustrating 6.3km

Supermarket ATLANTIC STORES & P.O.

6.3km

Tourist Attraction Sand Dunes at Lagg

50m

Tourist Attraction Doagh Famine Village

1.7km

Tourist Attraction St. Patrick's High Cross

9.1km

Tourist Attraction Glenevin Waterfall

9.9km

Historical Landmark Carrickabraghy Castle

2.8km

Historical Landmark Lloyds Signal Tower- Malin Head

6.9km

Historical Landmark Malin Head

7km

Historical Landmark Pólifreann or Hells Hole

7.1km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

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Transport

Airport

LDY • 33.1km

Bus Station

Doherty's Bar • 2km

Train Station

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8 Very good

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8 Very good

Phil Adams

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

It is very interesting and well presented. Really enjoyed it. Bought the book at the end of the tour.

John Richardson

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Beautiful beach. Fantastic setting of Donegal. Amazing scenery

Ian

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Loved this beach we sat and watched the sun set. It's not safe to swim. But plenty of sand for long walks. Kids loved climbing the dunes.

Chelle Davis

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Beautiful, clean, wonderful views, highly recommended ❤️

Frank Kehoe

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Excellent wild beach. Great for a walk. Far too dangerous to swim, really strong currents, do not swim.

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Five finger Beach

Umgall, Ireland

Playground Pollan Bay/ Ballyliffen beach playground/play park

Hiking Area BINNION MOUNTAIN PEAK

Restaurant Pollan Bay - Seafood Restaurant & Bar

Coffee Shop Bean and scone

Restaurant Nancy's Barn Ballyliffin

Meal Takeaway Atlantic Catch

Restaurant Sunday Carvery

Bar Jack’s Bar

Supermarket ATLANTIC STORES & P.O.

Tourist Attraction Sand Dunes at Lagg

Tourist Attraction Doagh Famine Village

Tourist Attraction St. Patrick's High Cross

Tourist Attraction Glenevin Waterfall

Historical Landmark Carrickabraghy Castle

Historical Landmark Lloyds Signal Tower- Malin Head

Historical Landmark Malin Head

Historical Landmark Pólifreann or Hells Hole

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Malin, Ulster,

Playground Pollan Bay/ Ballyliffen beach playground/play park

Hiking Area BINNION MOUNTAIN PEAK

Restaurant Pollan Bay - Seafood Restaurant & Bar

Coffee Shop Bean and scone

Restaurant Nancy's Barn Ballyliffin

Meal Takeaway Atlantic Catch

Restaurant Sunday Carvery

Bar Jack’s Bar

Supermarket ATLANTIC STORES & P.O.

Tourist Attraction Sand Dunes at Lagg

Tourist Attraction Doagh Famine Village

Tourist Attraction St. Patrick's High Cross

Tourist Attraction Glenevin Waterfall

Historical Landmark Carrickabraghy Castle

Historical Landmark Lloyds Signal Tower- Malin Head

Historical Landmark Malin Head

Historical Landmark Pólifreann or Hells Hole

Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

Nearest Beaches

Localities

Malin • 5.5km

Transport

LDY • 33.1km

Doherty's Bar • 2km

Bellarena • 32.6km

Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

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