Photo of Carrckfinn Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Carrckfinn Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Carrckfinn Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Carrckfinn Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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Photo of Carrckfinn Beach and the settlement

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8.4

Very good

Carrckfinn Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Carrckfinn Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Carrckfinn Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Teach Hiudai Beag is the closest place located 3600 meters from the beach.

Annagry, Ireland

#15 out of 52 in Ulster

8.4

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Kayaking Good for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Kincasslagh • 3.6 km

Map of beach

Coffee Shop Chill the beans

10 - Exceptional 1.4km

Bar Teach Hiudai Beag

9.4 - Excellent 3.6km

Cafe Caifé Kitty

9.6 - Exceptional 3.6km

Meal Takeaway Summer Palace (Chinese)

8 - Very good 3.8km

Cafe Cois Farraige Cakes

9.6 - Exceptional 3.8km

Restaurant Indian Palace

9.6 - Exceptional 4.1km

Meal Delivery Apache Pizza Gweedore

8.2 - Very good 4.1km

Restaurant Peppers Diner

8.2 - Very good 4.2km

Cafe Caife Ard Na gCeapairí Amharclann Ghaoth Dobhair

9.2 - Excellent 4.4km

Hiking Area Port Arthur Beach

6.8km

Playground Gweedore Community Park

4.6km

Tourist Attraction Mullaghderg Beach

2.1km

Museum Bád Eddie

3.4km

Tourist Attraction Bunbeg Beach

3.9km

Tourist Attraction Cruit Island Wild Beach

4.9km

Tourist Attraction Magheragallan Beach

4.9km

Historical Landmark Bunbeg Beach Shipwreck

3.4km

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About

Carrckfinn Beach is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 15th place out of 52 beaches in the Ulster region The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

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, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season. There is a campsite located nearby.

Carrckfinn Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

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

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

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Cruit Island Wild Beach, which has a rating of 7.2.

Carrckfinn Beach is located in Ulster within Kincasslagh, 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

+18 ^o C +11 ^o C

Air temperature

4.6 M/S

Wind

+13 ^o C

Water temperature

0.9 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Kincasslagh • 3.6 km

Map of beach

Coffee Shop Chill the beans

10 - Exceptional 1.4km

Bar Teach Hiudai Beag

9.4 - Excellent 3.6km

Cafe Caifé Kitty

9.6 - Exceptional 3.6km

Meal Takeaway Summer Palace (Chinese)

8 - Very good 3.8km

Cafe Cois Farraige Cakes

9.6 - Exceptional 3.8km

Restaurant Indian Palace

9.6 - Exceptional 4.1km

Meal Delivery Apache Pizza Gweedore

8.2 - Very good 4.1km

Restaurant Peppers Diner

8.2 - Very good 4.2km

Cafe Caife Ard Na gCeapairí Amharclann Ghaoth Dobhair

9.2 - Excellent 4.4km

Hiking Area Port Arthur Beach

6.8km

Playground Gweedore Community Park

4.6km

Tourist Attraction Mullaghderg Beach

2.1km

Museum Bád Eddie

3.4km

Tourist Attraction Bunbeg Beach

3.9km

Tourist Attraction Cruit Island Wild Beach

4.9km

Tourist Attraction Magheragallan Beach

4.9km

Historical Landmark Bunbeg Beach Shipwreck

3.4km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)

There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Carrckfinn Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Carrckfinn Beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

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2.1km

Mullaghderg Beach Mullaghderg Beach

7.1 Good

3.9km

Bunbeg Beach Bunbeg Beach

7.1 Good

4.7km

Sand Beach Sand Beach

7.1 Good

4.9km

Cruit Island Wild Beach Cruit Island Wild Beach

7.2 Good

7.9km

Glassagh Lower Bay Beach Glassagh Lower Bay Beach

7.2 Good

12km

Bloody Foreland Beach Bloody Foreland Beach

6.7 Good

13.7km

Aphort Strand Aphort Strand

7 Good

14.1km

Maghery Strand Maghery Strand

7.1 Good

Localities

Nearest

Kincasslagh • 3.6km

Transport

Airport

CFN • 360m

Bus Station

Donegal Airport • 700m

Train Station

Bellarena • 89.3km

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Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Carrckfinn Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very 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 Carrckfinn Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Carrckfinn 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 Carrckfinn 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. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Carrckfinn 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.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Carrckfinn Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Carrckfinn Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Carrckfinn Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Carrckfinn 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.

What are the key audiences of Carrckfinn Beach?

Carrckfinn Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers (caravans / tent)
Beachgoers with pets

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Carrckfinn Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Teach Hiudai Beag is the closest place located 3600 meters from the beach.

How far is the Carrckfinn Beach from parking?

The Carrckfinn Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Carrckfinn Beach?

There are 1 attractions near Carrckfinn Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Magheragallan Beach located in 4.9 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Carrckfinn Beach is August. Its average value reaches 18°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 15°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 7°C and water 7°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Carrckfinn Beach (Ulster) 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.Carrckfinn Beach (Ulster) 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.