Gurteen Bay Beach is a west facing horseshoe shaped white sandy seashell beach.
You get some protection from the headland that makesGurteen and Dogs Bay excellent swimming beaches.
Gurteen Bay beach sits right beside Dogs Bay Beach only seperated by a small strip of marram grass covered dunes.
We have no current information on dog restrictions for Gurteen Bay Beach.
Why not check other beaches nearby as we have no beaches around Connemara, 15 beaches in Galway, or check our list of Galway Dog Friendly Beaches.
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The Connemara National Park features 2,000 hectares of mountains, bogs, heaths, grasslands and forests. Activities include Diamond Hill Trails, Nature Trails, Picnic Areas, Children’s Playground and Tea Room. Dogs that are under control are welcome in the National Park, but owners must at all times be conscious of their responsibility to other visitors and wildlife. Opening: Visitor Centre – Open
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