beach in Mayo, Ireland

Keel Beach (Trawmore Strand), Achill Island

Achill's longest beach, 3.5km of Blue Flag sand running right up to towering cliffs.

Worth the wander

Keel Beach, known locally as Trawmore Strand, is Achill Island's longest sandy beach, stretching from Keel village to the Minaun cliffs and popular with surfers and walkers alike.

Quick answers

Cost: Free
Time and distance: 3.5 km of sand running to the base of Minaun cliffs; 1-2 hour walk end to end
Parking: Free car park in Keel village beside the beach

Find your way

Keel, Achill Island, Co. Mayo