Playdays

Boatstrand

Beach & coast Waterford

Checked July 2026

The small village of Boatstrand is located in the heart of the Copper Coast geopark. Its harbour basin and sandy beach are particularly popular with water sports enthusiasts and swimmers in summer. The promontory Dunabrattin Head with its remarkable rock formations shields the harbour from the sea. Small beach & harbour, can jump from pier only in high tide. Shore Surface: Manmade Surface. Paddling: Yes. Jumping Or Diving: Yes. Lifeguard During Summer: No. Family Friendly: Yes. Swim Buoys: No

Good to know

Indoor / outdoorOutdoor
CostFree admission
What's thereSwimming Spot (Sea/Lake/River)
AmenitiesCar Parking, Toilets
AccessibilityAccessible: Yes.
Data from Get Ireland Active — Sport Ireland 2023, CC BY 4.0
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Car park
Toilets
Buggy-friendly
Café on site
Dog friendly
EV charging
Baby change facilities
Picnic area