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Ballymastocker Bay (Fanad Peninsula) Portsalon, Co. Donegal,  is a long sandy beach, which stretches for over a mile,  on the western shore of Lough Swilly. It stretches from Portsalon to the Knockalla Hills and was once voted second most beautiful beach in the world by readers of a UK newspaper. There is a wonderful view of the bay from the viewing space on the Knockalla mountain. It was also a winner of the Blue Flag Award.

Accessibility

Easy access from two car parks located at either end of the bay.

Tides

Tide times for Ballymastocker Bay

These are today’s tides for Balymastocker Bay

August 12th, 2026

Time Type Height
03:18 low 0m
08:55 high 1.41m
15:31 low 0m
21:11 high 1.5m

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