Kinnagoe Bay

Co. Donegal, Ireland

Water qualityNot monitored

Blue Flag 2026No

Green CoastNo

DogsTo be confirmed

Always verify the car-park location on arrival. Road and access conditions may change.

About Kinnagoe Bay

Kinnagoe Bay is a sheltered horseshoe of sand below steep wooded slopes on the north coast of Inishowen, and one of the peninsula's true hidden gems. Its fame rests on history: this is where the Spanish Armada ship La Trinidad Valencera was wrecked in 1588, an event now marked by a plaque on the beach, and the wreck still draws pollack, bass and flounder for rock and beach anglers. Getting there is part of the character — a steep, narrow, winding road drops to a small car park at the bottom, so arrive early on summer days and take care turning. Once down, the bay is a beautiful, quiet spot for a swim on a calm day (there is no lifeguard) and a highlight of the Inishowen 100 scenic drive.

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Approximate location, auto-geocoded from a named car park — not yet a GPS-verified pin. Always verify on arrival.

Activity suitability

Lifeguard (summer) — No
Not yet confirmed: Swimming, Surfing, Walking

Facilities

Lifeguard — No
Not yet confirmed: Toilets, Car park, Disabled access, Shower, Café nearby

Facilities confirmed from Donegal County Council and Fáilte Ireland.

Water quality

This is not an EPA-monitored bathing water, so no official water-quality rating is available. Take local conditions and signage into account and swim with care.

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