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Golden Strand

County Mayo


As the name implies – a ribbon of golden heaven; in the north of Achill Island near Dugort.

Another sandy cove, Silver Strand, sits just 1km west.


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Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¼´Ê±¿ª½±'s must-see attractions

Nearby County Mayo attractions

1. Silver Strand

1.39 MILES

Dugort's Silver Strand beach is a prime example of the island's many fine coves.

3. Achill Sea Salt

2.46 MILES

At the O’Malley's factory, tours reveal just how the family magics Achill's mineral-rich waters into flavoursome flakes of crunchy salt. After seeing…

4. Mt Slievemore

2.85 MILES

Mt Slievemore (671m) can be climbed from behind deserted Slievemore Village for terrific views of Blacksod Bay.

5. Slievemore Deserted Village

3.72 MILES

The bleak remains of more than 80 houses in this deserted village at the foot of Mt Slievemore are slowly being reduced to rock piles, a poignant reminder…

6. Trawmore Beach

4.5 MILES

Running 3km southeast from Keel, beautiful, Blue Flag, golden-sand Trawmore is among Achill's most photographed beaches. Be aware that there are dangerous…

8. Dooega Beach

6.22 MILES

A sheltered Blue Flag beach that's easily accessible from the road.