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Skerries Strand is located on the Irish Sea and it is in the 13th place out of 56 beaches in the Leinster region 27.6 km away from its center, the city of Dublin. It is one of the beaches of Skerries settlement, just 0.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Skerries Strand coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
Skerries Strand is located in Leinster within Skerries, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Rush 1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Balbriggan 0.4 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Rush 1.3 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Gormanston 1.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble
Portraine 1.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Malahide 1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Bettystown 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Portmarnock 1.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Clogherhead 0.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Dublin 6.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water, Sand & Pebbles bottom
Killiney 1 km
What to do in Skerries Strand? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Skerries Strand can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Skerries Strand welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Skerries Strand. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Skerries Strand implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
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The coastline of Skerries Strand is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Skerries Strand, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Skerries Strand is also suitable for the following water activities:
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Skerries Strand does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
There are some boats in the bay.
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
The region of the Skerries Strand is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The bar is located right on the Skerries Strand.
The Skerries Strand has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
There are 1 attractions near Skerries Strand that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Skerries Mills located in 0.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
The month with the highest temperature in Skerries Strand is August. Its average value reaches 17°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 16°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 9°C and water 9°C. See more details in weather section.
Skerries Strand (Leinster) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Skerries Strand (Leinster) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand
Greenore 25.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand
Blackrock 3 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Gray sand & pebble
Greenore 28.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Stroove 7.6 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Kinsale 1.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Stroove 13.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Bright fine sand
Stroove 10.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque
Ardmore Point 3.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Ardmore Point 0.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Rossnowlagh 0.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Bundoran 2.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Stroove 17.8 km
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