Inch
About Inch
Inch Beach is a striking sand spit reaching several kilometres out into Dingle Bay, with the mountains of the Iveragh Peninsula rising across the water. Its long, flat strand is a favourite for walking, beginner surfing and family days, and has featured in several films. The firm sand and gentle gradient make it easy to access, with parking behind the dunes and a café at the entrance. Rip currents can occur, so swimming is safest between the summer lifeguard flags.
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This opens the verified car-park pin — never the beach itself or a mid-route point.
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Pin confirmed at 52.141213, -9.982276. Always verify the car park on arrival — access can change.
Map
Verified car-park pin.
Activity suitability
- Surfing — Beginner
- Walking — Long walk (3km+)
- Lifeguard (summer) — Yes
- Not yet confirmed: Swimming
Facilities
- Toilets — Yes
- Car park — Free
- Lifeguard — Yes
- Not yet confirmed: Disabled access, Shower, Café nearby
Facilities confirmed from Kerry County Council and Fáilte Ireland Source.
Water quality
EPA classification: Excellent (latest annual bathing-water assessment). Always check beaches.ie for the current rating.
Where to stay nearby
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Nearby golf
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