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7.7

Very good

Clogga Beach

Toberpatrick, Ireland

#27 out of 56 in Leinster

7.7

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

Arklow • 4.2 km

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National Park Tara Hill

8.4km

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About

Clogga Beach is located on the Irish Sea and it is in the 27th place out of 56 beaches in the Leinster region 66 km away from its center, the city of Dublin. It is one of the beaches of Arklow settlement, just 4.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Clogga Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Hanging Rock Beach, which has a rating of 7.2.

Clogga Beach is located in Leinster within Arklow, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+16 ^o C +13 ^o C

Air temperature

5.8 M/S

Wind

+14 ^o C

Water temperature

0.7 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Arklow • 4.2 km

Map of beach

National Park Tara Hill

8.4km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.6km 20 min walk

Hanging Rock Beach Hanging Rock Beach

7.2 Good

3.3km

Arklow South Beach Arklow South Beach

6.7 Good

3.9km

Kilpatrick Beach Kilpatrick Beach

7.1 Good

6km

Porter's Rock Beach Porter's Rock Beach

5.8 Pleasant

6.3km

Kilgorman Bay Beach Kilgorman Bay Beach

7.4 Good

9.9km

Ballymoney Beach Ballymoney Beach

7.7 Very good

10.5km

Sallymount Bay Beach Sallymount Bay Beach

6.8 Good

11.6km

Kiltennel Beach Kiltennel Beach

6.9 Good

Localities

Nearest

Arklow • 4.2km

Main locality of province

Dublin • 66km

Transport

Airport

WEX • 46.2km

Bus Station

Arklow • 4.3km

Train Station

Arklow • 3.8km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Clogga Beach?

The coastline of Clogga Beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively 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 Clogga Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Clogga 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 Clogga 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.

Clogga 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.

Is the Clogga 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 Clogga Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Clogga Beach is visited only by a few travellers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Clogga Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Clogga Beach.

How far is the Clogga Beach from parking?

The Clogga 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.

What is the best time of the year to visit Clogga Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Clogga Beach is August. Its average value reaches 18°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 16°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 9°C and water 9°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Clogga Beach (Leinster) 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.Clogga Beach (Leinster) 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.