Paddling near Kilrush, Co. Clare

Kilrush sits on the southern edge of County Clare where the River Shannon meets the Atlantic, placing paddlers within reach of both tidal estuary waters and the broader Clare coastline. The area is known for sea kayaking along the Wild Atlantic Way, with the River Fergus and the Shannon estuary providing closer-to-home paddling, while County Clare's lakes and coastline draw kayakers, canoeists, and SUP paddlers throughout the year.