Rossnowlagh
About Rossnowlagh
Rossnowlagh is a broad, golden Blue Flag beach on Donegal Bay and one of Ireland's best-loved surf beaches. Lifeguarded in summer, with cars permitted on the firm sand, it draws surfers, families and walkers to its wide three-kilometre strand. Gentle, rolling waves make it a renowned beginner and longboard spot, while the open Atlantic setting and the dunes behind give it a relaxed, holiday feel.
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 54.5584, -8.2096. Always verify the car park on arrival — access can change.
Activity suitability
- Swimming — Safe
- Surfing — Beginner
- Walking — Long walk (3km+)
- Lifeguard (summer) — Yes
Facilities
- Toilets — Seasonal
- Car park — Free
- Disabled access — Partial
- Lifeguard — Yes
- Shower
- Café nearby
Facilities confirmed from Donegal 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 Donegal guide now.
Where to eat & drink
The nearest pub or café from TopPubs.ie will appear here as the Donegal 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.