Rossnowlagh Beach

Ireland, Ireland

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Rossnowlagh Beach is a wide, Blue Flag–accredited sandy shoreline on the southwest coast of County Donegal, Ireland, about 8 kilometers south of Donegal Town and near the border with County Sligo. It stretches for roughly 3 kilometers between the Coolmore cliffs in the south and the rocky outcrop at Carrickfad, with soft golden sand and strong Atlantic surf that make it one of the country’s main surfing spots, especially popular with beginners and families. The beach is well‑known for its clean, safe conditions, lifeguard cover in summer, free parking, and easy access for walkers, swimmers, and drivers who can still drive onto the sand in many sections. Rossnowlagh attracts both local residents and tourists looking for long coastal walks, surfing lessons, and dramatic sunset views over Donegal Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.