Dollymount, Beach located in Dublin

Dollymount strand is located within the city limits of Dublin city. It is a very long beach with Bull Island nature reserve in the hinterland. Bull island is a UNESCO biosphere reserve and a bird sanctuary and several other designations which afford it long-term protection.

The specific areas of ornithological and botanical interest include the sand dune system, the spit head and hook, the aldermash, the mudflats and saltmarsh.  The Island is home at various times to 8,000 wild fowl and 26,000 waders with up to 180 different bird species being recorded.  Over 300 species of plants also have been recorded including some rare and officially protected species.  In addition to its ecological uniqueness the Island with its much loved Dollymount Beach is a marvellous recreational resource valued by generations of Dubliners.

To get to Dollymount, you can take a bus from Dublin City and walk about1/2 mile to the beach. Cycling to the beach is also possible with a dedicated cycle track close by. Dollymount is located north of the river Liffey and one can drive north out of the city up the coast road heading for Clontarf.

Dollymount strand is lifeguarded from June1-August 31 from 10am until dusk.