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Mountshannon Beach, Lough Derg

Beach & coast Clare

Checked July 2026

Mount Shannon beach is a small lakeside bathing area located at Lough Derg in Mount Shannon, County Clare. Mount Shannon beach is located at Lough Derg, which is one of the major freshwater lakes of Ireland. The beach is lifeguard patrolled during the bathing season and more information can be found on the noticeboard located at the beach. Shore Surface: Sandy/Pebbles/Grass. Paddling: Yes. Jumping Or Diving: No. Lifeguard During Summer: Yes. Family Friendly: Yes. Swim Buoys: Yes

Good to know

Indoor / outdoorOutdoor
CostFree admission
What's thereSwimming Spot (Sea/Lake/River)
AmenitiesCafe/Restaurant, Car 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