Nature spot · County Kerry
Ceann Sléibhe (Slea Head)
The EPA does not monitor this beach for bathing water, so there is no water-quality record. Check locally and follow the signs before you swim.
Drive along Slea Head (Ceann Sléibhe) in County Kerry and take in incredible views of ancient forts, stunning beaches, historic churches and more.
A promontory in the westernmost part of the Dingle peninsula, Slea Head links round the rugged natural landscape to the small villages of Ballyickeen and Coumeenoole.
Approximately 48km long, the drive along Slea Head boasts breathtaking views of Kerry's beaches that lead to the Atlantic, as well as fragments of Irish history such as forts, churches and other ruins.
Outdoors in County Kerry this week
Best day outdoors: Fri, 9 Oct — a little daytime rain, windy, up to 13°C
- Fri, 9 Oct13° / 11°Drizzle
- Sat, 10 Oct13° / 11°Grey cloud
- Sun, 11 Oct15° / 14°Light rain
Make a day of it
The nearest trails, beaches, woods and heritage within 25 km.
Trails & walks
Beaches & bathing waters
Forests & woodlands
Parks, gardens & islands
Nature spot · 100 m awayRadharc na mBlascaodaí (Blaskets View)IslandVenture to the edge of Blaskets View in County Kerry and take in the Blasket Islands (Radharc na mBlascaodaí).
Nature spot · 5.8 km awayClogher BeachBeachDingleExperience the mesmerising power of the sea at Clogher Beach on the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry. This tiny beach offers wonderful views of the Blasket Islands.
Nature spot · 6.1 km awayAn Blascaod Mór - the Blasket IslandsIslandSail across the Blasket Sound and explore the now deserted villages on the stunning Blasket Islands off the coast of County Kerry.