Best Outdoor Swim

Milly33

Ok so planning to go for a dip after work. Where is a good spot either sea or just fresh water to go for a swim. Doesnt have to be a beach either just someplace nice and not too manic..

I spotted one place on the way into Dripsey village before but never stopped there so not too sure if tis worth the drive out..

Lyaiera

One of the nicest places I've found in Cork for swimming is the South Harbour in Cape clear.



It's a bit far out so the only suggestion I have is:



Although I don't think doggies are generally included with paddling pools.

Milly33

haha I was just talking in work and a pool for the dog was suggested to cool her down. this spot looks great was kinda hoping for somewhere a little closer

minidazzler

Sandy Cove is a lovely swim.

johnayo

Roberts Cove is a nice spot for a swim.

Lyaiera

Milly33 wrote: »

haha I was just talking in work and a pool for the dog was suggested to cool her down. this spot looks great was kinda hoping for somewhere a little closer

I saw on a site somewhere a dog collar that you can fill with ice cubes or cool water. There's an outdoor version where the ice melts and simulates sweating for the dog and an indoor version that doesn't drip but cools around their neck, chest and head.

Ger89

Fountainstown is great just now, water nice and warm. You could go to the further-off beach for sunbathing and a bit of peace and quiet, then head back to the main area for a swim when the tide starts returning from around 4 p.m. on. Also a good bus service to Fountainstown from City Centre.

Milly33

I know sandycove alrite tis a lovely spot just a little bit further away. I didn't know a bus ran to Fountainstown interesting...Does it run for the City Centre

cantdecide

Do people swim out in Inniscarra?

MrFrisp

cantdecide wrote: »

Do people swim out in Inniscarra?

They do,,,but it's actually not allowed.

Just heard it on the radio a few minutes ago. Cork County Council were on about it,,but I'm not sure if it's enforced.
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Milly33

was listening to it too. I suppose the dam would be safe enough but I have heard some spots aren't around there. Someplace called the hell hole because there is a big hole as such with strong currents/ants there..

johnayo

Milly33 wrote: »

I know sandycove alrite tis a lovely spot just a little bit further away. I didn't know a bus ran to Fountainstown interesting...Does it run for the City Centre

Yeah, get it at the Bus Station in Parnell Place.

evilivor

cantdecide wrote: »

Do people swim out in Inniscarra?

Certain people do.

http://www.independent.ie/irish-news/rescuers-are-attacked-while-trying-to-save-drowning-man-29334522.html

Milly33

such a silly thing to do..What a bunch of muppets too for attacking those trying to help.. On the happier note went back to garryvoe again and ohh suits you twas loverly. The water is lovely an clear there

gimmick

Had a dip in Roberts Cove the other day. It was brilliant. Water was actually somewhat warm. Not a huge amount of people there either which was a major plus.

Balmed Out

Been in most days over the last two weeks and the water had been fairly cold for july up till about 10 days ago. Lovely now though

Faith

gimmick wrote: »

Had a dip in Roberts Cove the other day. It was brilliant. Water was actually somewhat warm. Not a huge amount of people there either which was a major plus.

I was down by Robert's Cove the other evening and the water was covered with seaweed . It did not look tempting at all.

gimmick

Ya there was quite a bit of seaweed but it wasn't all that thick and it doesn't go all the way out. I wouldn't be discouraged over it.

johnayo

Had a swim out in Harbour View on Saturday. Water was beautiful and warm. Some seaweed there as well but not enough to be a problem.