Goat Island Beach
About Goat Island Beach
Goat Island is a secluded Green Coast beach near Ardmore in West Waterford, a hidden sandy cove reached by a path down through farmland. There is no car park or lifeguard, so come prepared and swim with care, but the sheltered setting, the clear water and the sense of a hidden gem make it a rewarding spot for those who seek it out on the Waterford coast.
Get directions to the car park
This opens the verified car-park pin — never the beach itself or a mid-route point.
📍 Get directions to the car park
Pin confirmed at 51.9425, -7.7942. Always verify the car park on arrival — access can change.
Activity suitability
- Swimming — Supervised only
- Surfing — No surf
- Walking — Short walk (under 1km)
- Lifeguard (summer) — No
Facilities
- Toilets — No
- Car park — No car park
- Disabled access — No
- Lifeguard — No
- Shower
- Café nearby
Facilities confirmed from Waterford County Council and Fáilte Ireland. Source.
Water quality
EPA classification: Good (latest annual bathing-water assessment). Always check beaches.ie for the current rating.
Where to stay nearby
Accommodation near this beach coming soon — we are building our Waterford guide now.
Where to eat & drink
The nearest pub or café from TopPubs.ie will appear here as the Waterford guide is built.
Nearby walks
Coastal walking routes from IrishWalks.ie will appear here soon.
Audio story
A 60–90 second audio story of this beach is coming to AudioToursIreland.ie.
Nearby golf
Coastal golf courses within 15km from GolfIreland.ie will appear here.