What to do and see in County Donegal, County Donegal: The Best Outdoor Activities

May 6, 2022 Agatha Simes

Discover the best top things to do in County Donegal, Ireland including Mamore Gap, Mount Errigal, Bluestack Mountains Scenic Route, Silver Strand Beach, Back Strand Beach, Carrickfin Strand, Kinnagoe Bay, Culdaff Beach, Portsalon Beach, Wild Atlantic Adventure Centre.
Restaurants in County Donegal

1. Mamore Gap

Urris, Clonmany Ireland 353-77-74933
Excellent
81%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 246 reviews

Mamore Gap

Reviewed By markd696 - Sligo, Ireland

a steep drive up when your travelling southbound on the wild atlantic way, great views. car park half way up to get out and take in the view

2. Mount Errigal

Dunlewy, Letterkenny Ireland http://www.mounterrigal.com/
Excellent
80%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 289 reviews

Mount Errigal

Reviewed By cahiro447 - Odense, Denmark

There are in fact a few "Tracks" to the very top of the highest mountain in "County Donegal" where of course the view is spectacular !!???????? Even if you find the ascent a bit of a trial the trail coming down is a pleasure ????????????????????

3. Bluestack Mountains Scenic Route

Donegal Town Ireland
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 10 reviews

Bluestack Mountains Scenic Route

4. Silver Strand Beach

Malin Beg Ireland
Excellent
82%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 158 reviews

Silver Strand Beach

Reviewed By patrickb100551 - Donegal Town, Ireland

Silver Strand beach is the most dramatic beach in Donegal and 100 metres from the cliff top is the Village Coffee House. A trip to Malinbeg where the beach is located is about 90 minutes from Donegal Town. The beach is reached by a series of steep steps and the waters are safe for swimming - no lifeguard. The Village cafe is ideal for a coffee break or light lunch with pleasant efficient service. Another hidden gem along The Donegal Wild Atlantic Way.

5. Back Strand Beach

Falcarragh Ireland
Excellent
85%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 26 reviews

Back Strand Beach

Reviewed By 915bernieh

Love this beach. Beautiful today. Busier today but no problem social distancing. Amazing views while walking to and from the pier.

6. Carrickfin Strand

Annagry Ireland
Excellent
97%
Good
3%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 59 reviews

Carrickfin Strand

Reviewed By renemkn0tt - Ardgay, United Kingdom

Have holidayed near here on a number of occasions and never fail to visit Carrickfin. It is a lovely place to walk and to paddle and swin in the sea.

7. Kinnagoe Bay

Greencastle Ireland
Excellent
89%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 72 reviews

Kinnagoe Bay

Reviewed By C_and_H_11 - Dublin, Ireland

Kinnagoe Beach is truly a little gem & is different from many of the beaches in Donegal in that it's smaller & more sheltered & surrounded by tree lined cliffs. It has very unusual sea worn rock formations, which are well worth exploring. The sand is golden which is typical of the fabulous beaches of Co Donegal. It's about halfway between Greencastle & Ballymagaraghy. Access is limited as the road is extremely steep close to the beach, so campervans beware!!

8. Culdaff Beach

Culdaff Ireland
Excellent
84%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 119 reviews

Culdaff Beach

Reviewed By Adele3W - Belfast, United Kingdom

Love this beach particularly for an evening walk, beautiful light on the golden sands, great high waves crashing on the dark rocks at the far end and fairly quiet and peaceful.

9. Portsalon Beach

Portsalon Ireland
Excellent
87%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 104 reviews

Portsalon Beach

Reviewed By C_and_H_11 - Dublin, Ireland

Portsalon Beach, also known as Ballymastoker Beach is an absolute wonder & probably one of the best beaches anywhere! The lovely golden sands are typical of the many stunning beaches that meet the Atlantic on the majestic coastline of Co. Donegal. It's pristinely clean, surrounded by unspoilt countryside & is located on the north eastern side of Fanad Peninsula. As you approach the beach from Rathmullan there are fabulous views overlooking the entire beach. These beaches are fantastic for walking but best when the tide is out as they treble their width. An absolute must see!

10. Wild Atlantic Adventure Centre

Clonmany Ireland +353 86 057 3002 [email protected] http://www.wildatlanticwayadventures.ie
Excellent
95%
Good
5%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 19 reviews

Wild Atlantic Adventure Centre

Wild Atlantic Adventure Centre is located on Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way. We offer Adventure, Heritage, Language and Activity packages combined with onsite group accommodation. It's Rugged and Liberating, allow yourself to be drawn by the constant rhythm of the ocean's roar and the consistent warmth of the people. You'll find the Ireland you've always imagined.

ThingsTodoPost © 2018 - 2024 All rights reserved.