Stand-up paddleboarding in Ireland is becoming more and more popular, and SUP offers an amazing gentle, low-impact, all-over workout whilst taking in the stunning, scenery and having great fun at the same time. It is an activity that the whole family can enjoy.
We are fortuate at the Twin Trees Hotel & Leisure Club in Ballina, Mayo to have 2 fabulous SUP outfits to choose from, Harbour SUP & Sail and Simply SUP.
Harbour SUP and Sail is located at both Enniscrone, Sligo and the Quay Ballina, Mayo an ideal location to learn to Stand Up Paddleboard with its calm waters protected from the wind and amazing views of the Forest Park. If you head to the nearby Beach you can find crystal clear waters and a variety of wildlife including seals and dolphins.
Simply SUP is based in Knockmore, Gortnor Abbey and River Moy. This range of paddling locations offers you a variety of conditions including coastal and inland waterways with flat water paddling taking you past beautiful countryside and historic sites like Errew Abbey.
Where to SUP
The Quay Ballina, River Moy and Belleek Forest Park all combine to make this one of the most outstanding areas for stand-up paddling in Ireland. The Quay, Ballina offers a safe and sheltered environment to learn and enjoy this amazing sport. The Forest Park offers both shelter from the wind and elements and the most incredible backdrop for your paddle, bringing you closer to nature and the wildlife of the area, than you could possibly imagine. The Quay is tidal and leading up to the high tide it is possible to paddle up-river under the bridges and into Ballina town and the famous Ridge Pool. The River Moy stretches for 10km between The Quay and Enniscrone, and for accomplished paddlers offers an outstanding place to tour, down-wind, race or just explore.
Enniscrone Pier is a perfect place to learn and develop your SUP skills. The harbour area offers a contained and safe environment as well as providing shelter from certain wind directions. The bay and beach offer the opportunity for paddlers to further develop their skills in a more open and exposed environment and also to progress into Surf SUP. Killala Bay offers crystal clear water and a variety of sea life including seals and dolphins. The coastal area offers some amazing paddling between Enniscrone, Killala and our second base at The Quay Ballina, as well as the Estuary and Bartra Island. They are happy to tailor custom tours throughout this area and beyond along the beautiful Sligo and north Mayo coastline.
See Mayo North Outdoor Water Adventures for more information
