Ballyallia Lake, Ennis

About this spot

The bathing area at Ballyallia Lake is based around a small slipway, consists of small stones and extends 70m along the shoreline. Ballyallia Lake is a Special Area of Conservation as well as a Special Protection Area for birds and wildlife sanctuary. Activities include walking and fishing. It is a popular place for young families to feed the ducks and have picnics. Beach bye-laws are in place with horse riding and dogs prohibited between 11am and 6pm during the summer season.

Facilities & access

Lifeguard

No

Parking

Yes

Toilets

No

Accessible entry

YesGentle sloping ramp to pier

Dogs

YesBefore 11 am and after 6 pm during summer season, otherwise not allowed at all times onto beach during the summer.

Public transport

No

Official water quality

Classified Excellent in 2025.

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

Ballyallia Lake, Ennis 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 Ballyallia Lake, Ennis?

the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) classified Ballyallia Lake, Ennis 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 Ballyallia Lake, Ennis?

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

Is there a lifeguard at Ballyallia Lake, Ennis?

No lifeguard cover is listed for Ballyallia Lake, Ennis. Never swim alone at an unguarded spot.

What facilities are there at Ballyallia Lake, Ennis?

Ballyallia Lake, Ennis has parking, accessible entry. Facility information is published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland).