Old Head Forest Caravan and Camping

Site cafe and Ice Cream Parlour (added by manager 08 Jul 2014)

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We are situated in woodland surroundings on the shores of Clew Bay. The blue flag beach is only a two minute walk and has a lifeguard on duty in the summer months. Guests have free use of our tennis court. A wide range of pursuits are available locally including walking, fishing and surfing. Croagh Patrick is only a few minutes drive. A cafe is situated on site and a bar adjoins the park.

Campground type

Opens

Languages spoken

English

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Features

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent sites

Themes

Forest Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Small (11-25 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal sites

Location

Old Head Forest Caravan and Camping

Old Head

Louisburgh

Louisburgh

Co. Mayo

Republic of Ireland

0

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Dublin GMT (GMT+01:00)

GPS

53.77408°N
-9.7729°W

Route directions

Located on Westport to Louisburgh road, approximately 2km from Louisburgh.

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Old Head is a perfect base for sightseeing. In the nearby village of Louisburgh, you can visit the Folk and Famine Centre. We are only 11 miles to Westport with its variety of restaurants and shops and only three miles to Croagh Patrick. Killary harbour, Ashleagh Falls, Kylemore Abbey and Ashford Castle are a short drive away. Days trips to Clare island are available each day from nearby Roonagh Pier

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Old Head Beach, Louisburgh 0.3 mi Sea Good Good Good Good
Carrowmore Beach, Louisburgh 2.1 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Bertra Beach, Murrisk 4.7 mi Sea Good Excellent Good Excellent
Carrowniskey, Louisburgh 5.6 mi Sea Good Good Excellent Excellent
Clare Island, Louisburgh 7.6 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Old Head Forest Caravan and Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Old Head Forest Caravan and Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Old Head Forest Caravan and Camping? Old Head is a perfect base for sightseeing. In the nearby village of Louisburgh, you can visit the Folk and Famine Centre. We are only 11 miles to Westport with its variety … Read more