Playdays

Elly Bay

Beach & coast Mayo

Checked July 2026

Elly Beach is a fine sandy Blue Flag beach located 9km south of Belmullet in Erris, County Mayo. The beach is clean, sheltered and ideal for swimming, sailing, surfing and other water sports. Elly Bay is of international ecological importance, because of the diverse habitats to be found in the area. It is also a vital area for bird life. There is a car park with ramp/wheelchair access; toilets are available during the summer; there is no lifeguard. Shore Surface: Sandy/Pebbles/Grass. Paddling: No Information. Jumping Or Diving: No Information. Lifeguard During Summer: No Information. Family Friendly: No Information. Swim Buoys: No Information

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Indoor / outdoorOutdoor
CostFree admission
What's thereSwimming Spot (Sea/Lake/River)
AccessibilityAccessible: No Information.
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