Narin

Narin is a small seaside village in the parish of Ardara on the southwest coast of Co Donegal. Narin lies at an altitude of 12 metres (42 feet) and lies 8km north of Ardara, 11km northwest of Glenties and 13km south of Dungloe. The topography is rough rolling bogland and craggy low hills. It is best known for Narin Strand, a sand beach approximately 2km long. Inishkeel island is located approximately 250 metres from the mainland in Gweebarra Bay and can be reached on foot at low tide by crossing a tidal sand bank. There is a large tourist trade served by several B&Bs and caravan parks. The local amenities consist of two pubs, The Cope convenience store and beach front and caravan park shops. There is also an 18 hole golf course with club house.