Lough Gara

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Lough Gara

August 2013

Lough Gara is certainly out of the way but it’s a good spot for a bracing swim. When were there the wind was up and we swam in choppy but fresh water. We got in alongside the slipway and, surprise surprise, there was actually someone else swimming before us. Usually, we swim in these places alone.

While it was sandy underfoot as we got in the usual warnings apply . No jumping in, no diving and swim carefully. We didn’t venture out far as the wind was up and we weren’t sure of our bearings.

There is plenty of space for parking here and a good sized green area which is ideal for picnics. Unfortunately, there are no toilet facilities.

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Directions: From Boyle take the R294 toward Tubercurry. After about 5 kilometres you will see a left turn signposted for the lake. Follow this road to the car park.

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Tide times for nearby Sligo Harbour (Oyster Island)

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March 24th, 2026

Time Type Height
02:52 low 0.63m
09:29 high 3.66m
15:13 low 0.91m
21:49 high 3.52m

March 25th, 2026

Time Type Height
03:47 low 0.96m
10:31 high 3.28m
16:12 low 1.29m
22:53 high 3.21m

March 26th, 2026

Time Type Height
04:59 low 1.26m
11:51 high 2.97m
17:35 low 1.59m

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