Paddling near Kenmare, Co. Kerry

Kenmare sits at the head of Kenmare Bay — the long sea inlet running between the Iveragh and Beara peninsulas in County Kerry. The bay's sheltered character makes it one of the most accessible sea-paddling destinations on Ireland's southwest coast, drawing kayakers, canoeists and SUP paddlers to its inlets, islands and tidal margins. The Roughty River feeds into the bay close to town, and the wider area includes rivers such as the Owenreagh and Coomhola for those seeking moving water.