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Photo of Culdaff Beach with turquoise pure water surface

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8.3

Very good

Culdaff Beach

Culdaff, Ireland

#18 out of 52 in Ulster

8.3

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

Culdaff • 1.5 km

Map of beach

Tourist Attraction Bunagee Old Pier

1km

Tourist Attraction St. Patrick's High Cross

9.3km

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About

Culdaff Beach is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 18th place out of 52 beaches in the Ulster region The beach is located in a natural place, 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, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

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

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.

Culdaff Beach (Ulster) is located outside the Culdaff settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Culdaff Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Located outside the settlement

Culdaff • 1.5 km

Map of beach

Tourist Attraction Bunagee Old Pier

1km

Tourist Attraction St. Patrick's High Cross

9.3km

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Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Culdaff 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 Culdaff Beach?

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

Culdaff Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

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

Is the Culdaff 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 Culdaff Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Culdaff Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. 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

What are the key audiences of Culdaff Beach?

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

Beachgoers with pets

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Culdaff Beach.

How far is the Culdaff Beach from parking?

The Culdaff 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.

Are there any attractions nearby Culdaff Beach?

There are 1 attractions near Culdaff Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Bunagee Old Pier located in 1 km. See the attractions section for details.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Culdaff 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.Culdaff 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.