Playdays

Lacken Strand

Beach & coast Mayo

Checked July 2026

Lacken Strand is an extensive sandy beach, popular with families. High tide covers the entire beach so care must be taken with parking on the beach, however the shallow water is enjoyable for families. Extreme care should be taken when swimming in or near the channel (visible only at low tide) at there are rip currents and quicksand. No lifeguards. Shore Surface: Sandy/Pebbles. Paddling: Yes. Jumping Or Diving: No. 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
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