Mullaghmore Beach

About this spot

Mullaghmore Beach is a sheltered sandy beach, backed by sand dunes. Mullaghmore beach forms part of the Bunduff Lough and Machair Special Area of Conservation (SAC). The beach consists of sandy dunes which support a wide variety of plant species. There is a wide variety of wildlife and also reefs are located off the coast. Mullaghmore beach forms part of the Bunduff Lough and Machair Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Mullaghmore Sailing Club is nearby and they provide sailing courses during the summer off shore. The bathing area is approximately 300m in length however the beach is approximately 2km in length.

Facilities & access

Lifeguard

No

Parking

Yes

Toilets

YesToilets in the vicinity of the beach

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

YesLocal Link bus operates between Sligo to Ballyshannon (route 982) stopping at a number of villages including Mullaghmore.

Official water quality

Classified Excellent in 2025.

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

Mullaghmore 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 Mullaghmore Beach?

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

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

Is there a lifeguard at Mullaghmore Beach?

No lifeguard cover is listed for Mullaghmore Beach. Never swim alone at an unguarded spot.

What facilities are there at Mullaghmore Beach?

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