Portacloy
About Portacloy
Portacloy is a stunning Green Coast beach in the remote north Mayo Gaeltacht, a sheltered cove of clean sand framed by towering cliffs and headlands near Benwee Head. There is no lifeguard, so swimming should be taken with care, but the dramatic setting, clear water and total peace make it one of the most beautiful hidden beaches on the Wild Atlantic Way.
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 54.3312, -9.7785. 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 — Seasonal
- Car park — Free
- Disabled access — Partial
- Lifeguard — No
- Shower
- Café nearby
Facilities confirmed from Mayo 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 Mayo guide now.
Where to eat & drink
The nearest pub or café from TopPubs.ie will appear here as the Mayo 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.