Inishcrone: Beach, dunes and Killala Bay

Inishcrone combines a coastal and dune landscape with surfing, golf and trips into Killala Bay. The town is on the Wild Atlantic Way. If you’re looking for a hotel, deciding which activities you’d like to shape your stay can help you choose your destination.

Beach, bay and dunes

Enniscrone Beach has Blue Flag status. As the award can change from season to season, check the certification for your travel year. From Inishcrone Pier, you can enjoy views of the shores of Killala Bay and a five-kilometre stretch of fine sandy beaches in County Sligo. Species-rich sand dunes line the coast of Enniscrone between Cliff Road and the mouth of the River Moy. The Valley of Diamonds is one of the largest dune areas along this coast. Inishcrone Castle also overlooks Killala Bay to the west.

Water sports, wellness and golf

WaterPoint Enniscrone has a heated indoor pool, a 65-metre water slide and a wellness area with a whirlpool, sauna and steam room. North West Surf School in Enniscrone offers surfing lessons and rents out surfboards and wetsuits. As availability may vary by season, it’s best to check what’s on offer in advance.

Enniscrone Golf Club offers 27 holes across 400 acres of links terrain. Course details may change as future developments take place. This gives you a choice of different themes for planning your trip, including golf and wellness as well as beach and water activities.

Enniscrone Boat Tours departs from Enniscrone Pier and heads into Killala Bay. Options include RIB safaris, one- and two-hour boat trips, and half-day and full-day sea safaris. Check the schedule and route before booking, as tides and sea conditions may affect the trip.

Getting there by bus

National bus route 458 serves Enniscrone and runs between Ballina and Enniskillen via Sligo. Check the route and schedule before travelling so that your arrival plans are based on the latest information.

County Sligo: culture and coastal scenery

In the wider destination of County Sligo, historic sites and other coastal landscapes complement what the region has to offer. Carrowmore is Ireland’s largest and oldest collection of Neolithic tombs; more than 30 monuments survive and are almost 6,000 years old. Sligo Abbey is a Dominican priory with extensive surviving medieval remains of the church, sacristy and chapter house. The two sites represent different historical themes: a Neolithic burial complex and a medieval monastery.

Streedagh Beach in County Sligo is a three-kilometre sandy beach linking Streedagh Point with Connor's Island. The dunes and estuary are home to a rich variety of flora and fauna. Surfing and windsurfing are possible in the coastal waters; stand-up paddling takes place in the sheltered estuary. Check sea conditions before taking part.

Lissadell House & Gardens lies on the shore of Sligo Bay in northern Sligo and was the childhood home of Countess Markievicz. Visitors can enjoy woodland trails and walking paths there. County Sligo thus offers everything from archaeological and medieval sites to coastal activities and paths around the estate.

Discover more destinations: Ballygawley, Strandhill, Aclare, Tiratick, Derrybeg, Cliffony, Carney, Grange

For the wider travel overview: County Sligo.