AttractionHalf a day
Keel Beach (Trawmore / Keel Sandybanks)
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About
A long, wide sandy strand at Keel, the island's main watersports hub, backed by the dramatic Cathedral Cliffs of Minaun. It carries blue flag status and is the base for the island's surf schools, with the Achill Island Golf Club course running along part of the dune line.
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Highlights
- ✓blue-flag
- ✓surfing
- ✓cliff-views
- ✓long-strand
Tips
- →Lifeguard cover typically runs peak season only; check current dates locally.
- →Parking is at Keel Sandybanks; it gets busy on sunny weekends.
Best Season
SummerSpringAutumn
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