Ashleam Bay, Achill Island, Co. Mayo, Ireland |
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The stretch of the Atlantic Drive on Achill Island Co. Mayo between Cloughmore and Ashleam meanders for about 4.5km before ascending a small hill to a vantage point that looks down into Ashleam Bay. This small, pebbly cove, sometimes known as Portnahally, is enclosed by rocky cliffs some 80-100ft high. Here the road descends in a series of hairpin bends overlooking the inlet of Ashleam Bay. Continuing up the other side of this valley you have the choice of turning right through Ashleam village and back towards Achill Sound, or turning left to continue along the Atlantic Drive route until you reach the seaside village of Dooega. This picturesque fishing village boasts one of Achill's five Blue Flag beaches. About four miles along the Atlantic Drive from Cloughmore the road rises steeply (cyclists may need to dismount and walk here) to a vantage point that overlooks the spectacular rocky cove of Ashleam Bay. This bay consists of a pebbly beach enclosed by steep rocky cliffs and it is a well-know Achill landmark. |
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