Outdoor Swimming

 

Find the perfect lake, river, waterfall, outdoor pool or beach for your next swim.

From the tranquil surfaces of mountain lakes and meandering rivers to the dramatic coastal seascapes and hidden waterfalls, our island offers an incredible variety of natural swimming environments.

  • 🌊 Sea Swimming: Feel the power of the Wild Atlantic or the Irish Sea
  • 🏞️ Lake Swimming: Explore tranquil mountain waters
  • 🏊 River Swimming: Navigate historic waterways
  • πŸ’¦ Waterfall Pools: Discover hidden aquatic gems
  • 🏑 Outdoor Pools: Enjoy swimming in a safer environment
  • πŸ€Nudist Swims:Β Bare all, away from the public

Whether you’re seeking the wild embrace of the Atlantic, the calm reflections of an inland lake, the gentle flow of a river, or the adventurous challenge of a secluded waterfall pool, Ireland’s water bodies provide unique and memorable swimming experiences.

There’s a swimming experience for every adventurer.


Safety, respect for nature, and appreciation of Ireland’s stunning aquatic landscapes are at the heart of every swimming journey.

 

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Annagh Lake, Butlersbridge

July 2011

Cavan seems to be particularly good at organising water safety classes for young people and Annagh Lake is another location where these classes are run. […]

Inistioge, River Nore

July 2011

Inistioge is an attractive village on the River Nore. The swimming spot is located just outside the town. […]

Gartylough, Arvagh

July 2011

We are not quite sure of the status of this swimming pool area, located just beside Gartylough. […]

Lough Oughter, Killykeen Forest Park

July 2011

Lough Oughter is set in the very attractive surrounds of Killykeen Forest Park, a national park full of trails for walking and with plenty of water, and fish […]

Lough Hyne

Lough Hyne, West Cork

June 2011

Lough Hyne is Ireland’s first marine nature reserve and a lovely place to swim into the bargain.

This lake is home to over 1000 […]

Killaloe, Lough Derg

Killaloe, Lough Derg
May 2011

Lough Derg is one of the most attractive lakes in the country, large and with a varied shore line. […]

Lough Lene

Lough Lene is a very attractive and well maintained place to have a swim.

Across the road from a good sized car park you pass through a gateway […]

Annamakerrig Lake

Don’t even think of trying to find this lake without a map, compass or sat-nav, preferably all three. […]

Lough Muckno

There are plenty of lakes in Monaghan and this is one of the nicest ones we know, both for swimming and walking. […]

Lough Sheelin

September 2010

In a county with no seashore, but any amount of lakes, Sheelin is one of Cavan’s attractive lakeside swimming spots.

This particular location is a small harbour type […]

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Annagh Lake, Butlersbridge

July 2011

Cavan seems to be particularly good at organising water safety classes for young people and Annagh Lake is another location where these classes are run. […]

Inistioge, River Nore

July 2011

Inistioge is an attractive village on the River Nore. The swimming spot is located just outside the town. […]

Gartylough, Arvagh

July 2011

We are not quite sure of the status of this swimming pool area, located just beside Gartylough. […]

Lough Oughter, Killykeen Forest Park

July 2011

Lough Oughter is set in the very attractive surrounds of Killykeen Forest Park, a national park full of trails for walking and with plenty of water, and fish […]

Lough Hyne

Lough Hyne, West Cork

June 2011

Lough Hyne is Ireland’s first marine nature reserve and a lovely place to swim into the bargain.

This lake is home to over 1000 […]

Killaloe, Lough Derg

Killaloe, Lough Derg
May 2011

Lough Derg is one of the most attractive lakes in the country, large and with a varied shore line. […]

Lough Lene

Lough Lene is a very attractive and well maintained place to have a swim.

Across the road from a good sized car park you pass through a gateway […]

Annamakerrig Lake

Don’t even think of trying to find this lake without a map, compass or sat-nav, preferably all three. […]

Lough Muckno

There are plenty of lakes in Monaghan and this is one of the nicest ones we know, both for swimming and walking. […]

Lough Sheelin

September 2010

In a county with no seashore, but any amount of lakes, Sheelin is one of Cavan’s attractive lakeside swimming spots.

This particular location is a small harbour type […]

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