Inch Beach
Inch Beach
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- laurapaul2018Compton, Canada151 contributionsSpectacular Highlight of our TripThis beach was a favorite highlight of our Ireland trip. We were so lucky as we had gorgeous warm weather our whole trip even though we had prepared for much colder. We arrived at the Beach at 4:30 / 5 p.m. and because it was 26 degrees there were people enjoying the fabulous 5 km stretch of pristine beach but with so much room it was never crowded and many packed up to leave. We enjoyed the fabulous waves breaking for hours and played and frolicked with such fun. Loved it and so wish it was closer to home! A treasured memory!Visited September 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 16, 2023
- ColCoreyDarien, Illinois8 contributionsFantastic!Stopping at Inch Beach was one of our favorite stops on our family trip to Ireland!! It was so beautiful & something we hadn’t planned. Being able to stand in the ocean & take in the gorgeous view was so special. We highly recommend a stop here!!Visited June 2023Traveled with familyWritten December 24, 2023
- TonyC_Austin367 contributionsFabulous and large beachThis is a very large beach and fun to visit. You can even park right on the beach despite there being nearby parking lots. The water stays shallow for a while, so a great bathing location if you do not mind the water temperature.Visited September 2024Traveled with familyWritten September 27, 2024
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Thomas G
Pattersonville, NY89 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Truly spectacular beach. Clean sand, kids can stand up for quite a distance out. Warm water and wonderful scenery. One should be aware of the following however.
1. This beach stretches several kilometers. The only lifeguard stand is near the very beginning that we could tell.
2. Bathrooms are only at the entrance and not further down the beach, so it may end up being a long walk to use one if you arrive late.
3. There is a small car park at the top, emphasis on small. If you find a spot there is a possibility you can get blocked in by people.
4. You can park on the beach. Be mindful of the tides as they can come pretty far up the beach and you could have your car in the surf. We had to move back several times. Be careful about parking too far up in the deep dry sand as many cars got stuck. There is a farmer there with a tractor who will pull out cars for 50 euro so watch where you drive and what car you take. Fortunately many of us were able to help push out most of the stuck drivers.
The kids and whole family had a great time though and it was the best beach we have come across yet. Very safe for kids.
1. This beach stretches several kilometers. The only lifeguard stand is near the very beginning that we could tell.
2. Bathrooms are only at the entrance and not further down the beach, so it may end up being a long walk to use one if you arrive late.
3. There is a small car park at the top, emphasis on small. If you find a spot there is a possibility you can get blocked in by people.
4. You can park on the beach. Be mindful of the tides as they can come pretty far up the beach and you could have your car in the surf. We had to move back several times. Be careful about parking too far up in the deep dry sand as many cars got stuck. There is a farmer there with a tractor who will pull out cars for 50 euro so watch where you drive and what car you take. Fortunately many of us were able to help push out most of the stuck drivers.
The kids and whole family had a great time though and it was the best beach we have come across yet. Very safe for kids.
Written August 11, 2022
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Anne O
London, UK15 contributions
Oct 2019
Every part of my experience to Inch beach was magical, from the sunny days to the windy misty ones. No two days are the same! The scenery is idyllic, the tranquillity releases all the stress of life in the city, hospitality is great. I visit at least twice a year. It’s like my second home, my favourite place to go.
Written July 30, 2020
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DinkyIRL
Tipperary, Ireland295 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
Spent 3 different days in inch beach, it’s windy and loud, you can park on it with access to two surf and suit hire vendors here. The waves are great with loads of room for surfers and swimmers . Top 5 beach in Ireland
Written July 9, 2020
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Maurice Fitzgerald
Crewe, UK37 contributions
May 2019 • Friends
Inch beach is my favourite beach in the world. I have been visiting this beach for decades as my father was a Kerryman and our summer holidays were always spent nearby.
Inch beach is simply stunning. The beach stretches for 4 miles and it has beautiful, unspoiled scenery surrounding it. Mountains frame it and the Atlantic ocean extends to the horizon as far as you can see.
It is an ideal beach for a long walk, or a run. In fact if you enjoy parkrun you can join other enthusiasts every Saturday morning at 9:30. Then you can enjoy a coffee and a cake in Sammy's cafe at the beach entrance. If you're hungry you can enjoy a meal, and a pint of Guinness too!
Inch is not to be missed, and I recommend allowing sufficient time for a leisurely walk at least.
Inch beach is simply stunning. The beach stretches for 4 miles and it has beautiful, unspoiled scenery surrounding it. Mountains frame it and the Atlantic ocean extends to the horizon as far as you can see.
It is an ideal beach for a long walk, or a run. In fact if you enjoy parkrun you can join other enthusiasts every Saturday morning at 9:30. Then you can enjoy a coffee and a cake in Sammy's cafe at the beach entrance. If you're hungry you can enjoy a meal, and a pint of Guinness too!
Inch is not to be missed, and I recommend allowing sufficient time for a leisurely walk at least.
Written February 20, 2020
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Jane T
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May 2024 • Friends
Lovely beach but plastic everywhere. Cars are also allowed on it. Dogs everywhere. Car park scruffy. Rotting/rusting container for surf board storage. This beach deserves better. Clear it of plastic, remove the cars, tidy up the car park area and this could be a cracker.
Written May 11, 2024
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Steve W
Coventry, UK67 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
The beach is fairly pristine and popular throughout the day with coach tours. Danny’s has a bar and restaurant which are great and the little surf shop has plenty of souvenirs and a small amount of essentials, milk, wine and painkillers. Opposite the beach is Kitty’s food truck which is excellent and features on Facebook. The beach is accessible in your car or Campervan and high tide is clearly displayed.
I thoroughly recommend the campsite opposite by the same name, basic but brilliant. Will do separate review
I thoroughly recommend the campsite opposite by the same name, basic but brilliant. Will do separate review
Written August 31, 2023
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LSc
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Jan 2020
Ireland has a lot of wonderful beaches. But Inch is my absolute favorite. You can surf, walk and drive your car on the beach to the top end when it is crowded. (Make sure you don't end up getting stuck in the sand.) And whatever the weather, it's worth a visit. After your walk you can have a wonderful Guinness or tea / coffee at Sammys.
Written February 24, 2020
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Dan B
Weymouth, UK24 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
I last went to Inch Beach in 1994. My then partner and I were some of the few people on the beach that day, and it felt like a real undiscovered gem. How things have changed (for the worst) in 29 years.
I took my new partner to visit the beach today, having told her what a magical, unspoilt place it was. So I was absolutely appalled to see it has been turned into a car park. The small, official carpark was full and there were at least 20 cars parked along the beach itself. My first thoughts as we pulled in and saw the chaotic scene was "this is wrong, what is being allowed here is very wrong".
Sandy beaches are valuable feeding habitat for a variety of shore birds, but with the number of people, vehicles, dogs and litter I saw there today there is little opportunity for the birds to feed undisturbed. I read on the internet this evening that boy racers are allowed to race on the beach too.
I hate to think what the sand dunes must be like, We drove away, disgusted, having spent less than 2 minutes there. I don't know much about the ecology of dune systems, but I know there are a variety of rare invertebrates that rely on them for their survival. I assume that Kerry County Council are aware of this awful commercialisation and have decided to just allow the wildlife of the beach to be sacrificed in the name of tourism.
British county councils and conservation organisations stopped beaches from being used as carparks back in the 1970's. They realised that some beaches are precious space that deserved protection from the worst excesses of the tourism industry. It appears that in 2023 Kerry Council are stuck in the dark ages and thinking only of the euros. As a result of what I saw there today I cant see me ever returning to Kerry for future holidays.
I took my new partner to visit the beach today, having told her what a magical, unspoilt place it was. So I was absolutely appalled to see it has been turned into a car park. The small, official carpark was full and there were at least 20 cars parked along the beach itself. My first thoughts as we pulled in and saw the chaotic scene was "this is wrong, what is being allowed here is very wrong".
Sandy beaches are valuable feeding habitat for a variety of shore birds, but with the number of people, vehicles, dogs and litter I saw there today there is little opportunity for the birds to feed undisturbed. I read on the internet this evening that boy racers are allowed to race on the beach too.
I hate to think what the sand dunes must be like, We drove away, disgusted, having spent less than 2 minutes there. I don't know much about the ecology of dune systems, but I know there are a variety of rare invertebrates that rely on them for their survival. I assume that Kerry County Council are aware of this awful commercialisation and have decided to just allow the wildlife of the beach to be sacrificed in the name of tourism.
British county councils and conservation organisations stopped beaches from being used as carparks back in the 1970's. They realised that some beaches are precious space that deserved protection from the worst excesses of the tourism industry. It appears that in 2023 Kerry Council are stuck in the dark ages and thinking only of the euros. As a result of what I saw there today I cant see me ever returning to Kerry for future holidays.
Written April 2, 2023
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Patrick
3 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
Beautiful Beach and setting. Amazing views out the bay. I didn't like the amount of vehicles allowed on the beach and driving up so far. If they could have even confined it to a section for spillover parking but having the full beach was too much and I felt a bit dangerous for young children with that many moving vehicles.
Written July 20, 2020
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jerrys01
Bel Air, MD647 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Our tour guide stopped here to demonstrate Irish sports (hurling and Gaelic football). I enjoyed watching the demonstration. The beach itself had hard sand--there were some motor vehicles on the beach itself. We also saw a few people in the water, even though the air temperature was maybe 60 F (15.5C). Clearly, the Irish people are pretty hardy.
Written May 25, 2023
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What are the words of the poem Dear Inch I must leave you and who wrote it?
Written May 31, 2023
Do someone have the prices of the horse riding on the beach ? Thanks a lot!!! :)
Written March 13, 2018
No but it is easy to find out .The Riding stables in Ventry is Long’s Riding Stables and there is also Dingle Riding Stables .You can ride part of the Dingle Way which would be a very nice way to see the scenery .Bring wet wet weather gear.
Written March 13, 2018
I really want to do horse riding, it is really
my dream. Can I do this on Inch beach? Thanks :)
Written March 12, 2018
We are going to Dingle next month and want to stop at Inch Beach. Is it worth a stop on the way in to Dingle from our flight or should we make a day of it???
Written April 21, 2016
Lovely beach and worth a stop to stretch the legs. If the weathers clear spend more time, otherwise save your time for exploring the Digle Peninsula itself. Each place is unique to itself and all areas are worthy of spending time to enjoy and photograph.
Written April 22, 2016
Two days in Dingle Peninsula. Staying at Inch Beach Guesthouse. What are the recommend routes to Slea head & Coonor Pass. Any other sights as we'll be affivin late morning from the states?
Written June 3, 2015
I have to second Amanda m60's thought on staying more central in Dingle town itself, I stayed in the Skelligs hotell recently, lovely place though a little overpriced, there are loads of guest houses there as well as the one Amanda mentioned, look it up. Inch is a nice place, but a little off the beaten track, go to Dingle town, loads going on, when taking a drive around the Dingle peninsula, everything is really well sign posted, so it's up to you want to do when you get there.
Particular favourites of mine are Eask hill(if you fancy a good hard walk) Dunquin visitor centre, the Blasket Islands on a boat(highly recommended) Brandon creek, Mount Brandon, Coolmenoole beach, Conor pass, Peddlers lake, Dingle brewing company, Loch Annascaul, The South pole pub in Annascaul, Minard Castle and beach etc.
Take a look at my profile, you'll see I wrote quite a number of reviews on Dingle and it's environs on the peninsula, please take a look and like if you want.
You have made a great choice in going to the Dingle peninsula, it is one of the many beautiful parts of my home country, have a great time, and if you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask :)
Pete
Written June 6, 2015
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