Lahinch Beach
Leacht Uí Chonchubhair
A surf town and long beach south of the Cliffs of Moher, Ireland's most famous surfing spot, with surf schools and a seafront promenade.
Lahinch (Leacht Uí Chonchubhair) is a seaside town on the west coast of County Clare, with about 2 km of sand and consistent Atlantic waves. It is the heart of Irish surf culture. The beach has many surf schools that rent boards and wetsuits. Summer suits beginners, while autumn and winter swells attract experienced surfers. The town also has the long-established Lahinch Golf Club, a seafront promenade and cafés. It is about 10 km from the Cliffs of Moher and can be combined with a visit there. From Galway, the drive takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Ennistymon & the Cascades
- Doonagore Castle
- Cliffs of Moher
- Doolin
- Doolin Cave
- Hag's Head
- Lisdoonvarna
- Kilfenora Cathedral & High Crosses