Dunmoran Beach

About this spot

Dunmoran Beach is an exposed sandy beach backed by sand dunes. There are no formal designations associated with this beach, however there is a proposed National Heritage Area (pNHA) close by at Aughris. This area is also designated as a Special Protection Area (SPA) (Ref. SPA 004133). The beach is 0.85km in length, within which there is a 400m designated bathing area.

Facilities & access

Lifeguard

YesLifeguard cover is available at weekends only from July to end of August (Sat and Sun).

Parking

Yes

Toilets

YesAvailable during bathing season

Accessible entry

No

Dogs

YesA person in charge of a dog on any of this beach shall keep such dog on a leash of fixed length of less than 2 metres, and otherwise under adequate control from 10am each day, throughout the year. Before 10am dogs must be kept under effective control.

Public transport

No

Official water quality

Classified Excellent in 2025.

Dunmoran Beach is classified as achieving Excellent Water Quality in 2025 based on the assessment of bacteriological results for the period 2022 to 2025. Dunmoran Beach achieved an Excellent Water Quality rating for four conseutive 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 Dunmoran Beach right now?

Dunmoran 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 Dunmoran Beach?

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

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

Is there a lifeguard at Dunmoran Beach?

Yes — Dunmoran Beach has lifeguard cover. Hours: Lifeguard cover is available at weekends only from July to end of August (Sat and Sun).. Cover is seasonal; check locally before relying on it.

What facilities are there at Dunmoran Beach?

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