Ballybunion North Beach is located within walking distance of the town of Ballybunion in County Kerry. Ballybunion is located in north western Kerry and is accessible via the R551 from Tralee. Ballybunion North Beach is also known as Ladies Beach due to the fact that women and children used to bathe on a separate beach from the men. It has an extensive rock formation and some shallow caves to explore at low tide.
Lifeguards are on duty during the summer months. Lifeguard times are displayed on the information noticeboard at the beach.
From the Ballybunion North Beach there is a path which leads round to a stunning beach that is overlooked by an old convent. This beach is known as Nun’s Beach and is approximately a 20 minute walk away.