Kilkee
About Kilkee
Kilkee is a classic Blue Flag beach set in a sheltered horseshoe bay on the west Clare coast, protected by the Duggerna Reef. Lifeguarded in summer with calm, safe swimming, it has been a beloved seaside resort for generations, with the famous Pollock Holes natural swimming pools nearby. The Victorian town, the cliff walks and the wide sandy strand make it a perfect family beach with plenty to do beyond the sand.
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 52.6813, -9.6512. Always verify the car park on arrival — access can change.
Activity suitability
- Swimming — Safe
- Surfing — Beginner
- Walking — Good walk (1–3km)
- Lifeguard (summer) — Yes
Facilities
- Toilets — Yes
- Car park — Paid
- Disabled access — Yes
- Lifeguard — Yes
- Shower
- Café nearby
Facilities confirmed from Clare 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
Accommodation near this beach coming soon — we are building our Clare guide now.
Where to eat & drink
The nearest pub or café from TopPubs.ie will appear here as the Clare 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.