WalkEasy1-2 hours
The Cunnigar
Around 3km out · Flat elevation
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About
A long, low sand spit that curls out into Dungarvan Bay from the Abbeyside side, marking the bay's western edge and running to around three kilometres. It is a popular spot for swimming, walking and birdwatching, with a wide sandy seaward beach and a sheltered, rockier bay side full of wading birds. At low tide the water pulls back to reveal a vast expanse of sand and the bay's oyster beds.
Highlights
- ✓Wide sandy beach on the seaward side
- ✓Oyster beds visible at low tide
- ✓Wading birds and seals in the harbour
Tips
- →Time your walk to a falling tide for the most ground to cover
- →Exposed and tide-dependent; check tide times before setting out
- →Bring binoculars for the birdlife
Best Season
SpringSummerAutumn