Award Winning Water Sports Centre in West Cork
Welcome to the Lagoon Activity Centre in Rosscarbery, where a thrilling adventure awaits! With our water activities, you’ll dive into the exhilarating beauty of West Cork and the Wild Atlantic Way – from the comfort and fun of an amazing aqua park.
Get ready for some serious fun at our inflatable water park, or paddle your way through the lagoon with a kayak. Bring the kids for a joyride on pedal boats, or test your balance with stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). Not in the mood for action? Kick back and relax at Jack’s Shack, our outdoor dining area by the water, where you can savour fresh coffee and delicious food while soaking in the stunning aqua park views.
Find us on the inland side of the N71, the road linking Clonakilty and Skibbereen. As you drive towards Skibbereen from Clonakilty, just glance to your right—you’ll spot our iconic white beach hut and the vibrant Lagoon Activity Centre.
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Pick Your Water Activity
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All equipment provided
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For children 8 years and older
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Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
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Lifejackets provided
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Best way to explore the lakes
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Double Kayak/Canadian Canoe available (€18)
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Lifejackets provided
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Ideal Activity for Beginners
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Calm Waters
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For all ages (Children to be accompanied by an adult)
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Safety Lifejackets are provided
Family Friendly
Enjoy great day out for all ages
*Only 3 feet deep!
Can't swim? Don't worry!
If you fall in just stand up!
*Does not apply to waterpark
Great food served
Pizza, Crepes, Ice Creams and Drinks
Let the Adventure Begin!
Located in Rosscarbery, West Cork, our watersports centre offers a range of activities for all ages. From water park to paddle boarding, from kayaking to stand-up paddle boarding – everything is possible here.
The Lagoon Activity Centre is a unique venue that has been created with fun in mind. With endless opportunities for water activities in Ireland, we encourage you to explore all the different aspects of the centre and find out what suits you best.
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We're the Activity Centre That's Not Just for Kids.
We offer a wide range of activities including kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding. The Lagoon can create an exciting adventure for adults, schools, youth groups, and birthday parties with its extensive watersports activities.
We aim to make water sports accessible to everyone, whether you are an adult or a child. Our instructors are highly trained and experienced, ensuring that you have a safe and fun time on the water regardless of your skill level.
The lagoon is a perfect location to learn how to paddleboard or kayak. The calm waters and sheltered location provide an ideal setting for beginners or those who just want to relax by the water’s edge and enjoy the scenery.
Went to the Lagoon Activity Centre today for the first time and we had a ball. Went on the paddle boat and got a kayak each. Everything was very straight forward. Staff were very friendly and extremely helpful and such amazing value. Will definitely come back for some more fun when I come to west cork again.
Booked for family of 4 as part of our holiday in West Cork and Paul the manager was very accommodating when we had a problem with the time we booked. We had great fun on the inflatables…kids loved the slide and the hamster wheel! There are lovely warm showers after too. Staff were great. We had previously been as a few times and and we will definitely be back again…it doesn’t get old!
Absolutely brilliant, kids really enjoyed the kayaking which is really safe. Will be back soon
Fun facilities and a lovely relaxed atmosphere at the centre. Very friendly staff at the centre base. Aqua park was fun but very daunting. Be prepared for essentially a slippery bouncy castle. Those in charge of the Aquapark we very unhelpful, bordering on rude. Myself and others were the ones pulling the dingy closer to the inflatable to help people on and off while they looked on. No positive interaction, just looked constantly bored by our existence and us possibly being in need of a hand. Nothing to wipe the very many cuts I witnessed on the way back. Those on shore were very helpful. Please remember that it is all of our first time on a wobbly, slippery inflatable in deep water that most of us are only on to keep out children happy. Our old bodies ache. It costs nothing to give us a fake smile and a hand onto wobbly polyethylene. In fact, it would go a really long way. You catch more flies with honey then with vinegar. Still had a great time though!
Lovely well maintained park . Have seen the bin collection guy here even in a sunday morning good parking area.tennis court for older kids lovely lake view and only a walk from the shops and restaurants.
Very kind, friendly and helpful people behind the desk today and in the boat. Thanks a mill.
Great place during the summer when the water park is there they allso have kenewing peddle boats and paddle surfing and a small shop that sells ice-cream and other stuff.
Great experience. Friendly staff. If the weather is good the place will be a super fun. Very safe place, just 4 feet deep.
A win win for parents and teenagers … Having two teenagers who are reluctant to go on holidays with their parents is a challenge but we could not recommend the Lagoon Activity Centre more - 1st day did water park and we were back a second day to race parents in kayaks across the
Great time kayaking first then water park we all had fun teens also had a great time just needs a little cleaning around water park some wood and rubbish floating around
Brilliant, Went there with 4 kids aged between 8 and 13 plus a big 50yr lol. Kids loves every minute. Staff were great.
Excellent - would highly recommend. Everything went so smoothly from when we arrived until the end. The kids all had a great time - they varied from 10-14 years of age. We will definitely be back.
Went here today did kayaking and the water park.. We had a great time loved every minute of it the water park is a great experience, great for kids and adults.. Definitely will be returning before school starts. Staff very friendly which is a plus.
Heading towards the 40s but still love the inflatable water park so much, my teenagers always have a ball too.
Great family day out. The centre is run very well. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. We've done a few of these water activities and this one is by far out favourite. You take a short boat ride out to it which was very exciting for the kids also. Toilet facilities are very clean and plenty of hand sanitizer. The whole experience from start to finish was fantastic. We'll definitely be returning. Would highly recommend. Our kids are 13 and 11.
A really great thing to do with children of all ages!! Tired arms today but such good fun! nWell organised and safe out with lifejackets. They provide wetsuits if needed. nDefinitely recommend
Kids ages 8-12 enjoyed it, adult thought it was good. The only negative is that groups tend to take over a session too much. There was a group of about 10 teens and our kids couldn’t get on certain things (e.g. rotator) as the group took it over for most of the session. Lifeguard should break this kind of hoarding up. The place is run by very young staff (teens), punctual and polite but I do wonder how they would cope if a serious incident occurred. Overall 4 happy people, but not racing back
Great spot. My 2 boys had a ball. Great facilities, great value. Friendly staff.
Great day out for both adults and kids, any foot protection would be welcome, as you wouldn't notice the sore feet during the activity but definitely afterwards lol... ( Well worth it tho ☺️☺️).....
Great place for both adults and children, wetsuit available if you done bring your own, life jackets also, the lagoon is on about 3/4 foot deep so safe for all type of swimmers, water is salty (seems maybe dirty and stagnant to me but I'm no water expert). Big area for running around on and plenty of obstacles to tackle and then the slides
It’s my third time in the Lagoona and it never disappoints. I came to do SUP and it was very enjoyable. Prices are also reasonable. Beautiful setting and so many other things to do around
Really, really enjoyable experience at the Lagoon. Wetsuits and life jackets provided, with both changing rooms and showers (for rinsing off only) available. Staff at reception and on the boat were very friendly and chatty. The course was very fun, and the 45 minute time was
Absolutely blown away by my experience at the Lagoon. Staff were exceptional and went above and beyond my expectations. The lads doing the lifejackets and wetsuits were so friendly and professional. The waterpark itself was great craic and all my group had a ball. The whole set
A group of 17 of us had a fantastic trip to the lagoon today from adults to age 8. So much fun for everyone, the staff were incredible and friendly. Highly recommend a visit, well worth the trip !
Had a fantastic day out as usual, our annual visit to the lagoon! Changing rooms and toliets spotless, staff amazing and very helpful. We did the waterpark which requires a good level of fitness but thats clearly started in the terms and conditions,very detailed safety talk, lifeguards on the ball as per usual. Overall a fantastic day out , we will most definitely be back, looking forward to next year already. nHighly recommend.
Great fun for all the family, staff excellent and facilities, well worth a visit. Will definitely be back
Greatest 45 min of our holiday, really safe, crazy activity for all the family. You dont need to be a good swimmer its easy to get around
This is our second time here at the lagoon , as always a super morning with lots of fun for all the family. Great new addition is the big big big slide!! Staff as always very professional a d extremely helpful We will be back again thanks to all the team at the Lagoon Activity
Had an amazing day at The Lagoon in Rosscarbery yesterday. We had 13 kids varying in ages from 8-18. They all had an absolute ball. So we’ll organises and safe. All of the employees, lifeguards etc were extremely helpful and great wit the kids. We will be back
Went with my 8 year old, had an absolute blast,was in bits after the activities and still went out on the kayak after. Staff are amazing and so helpful. Will return on our next trip.
Loved it big time. Must do experience of county cork, right after the butter factory.
The experience was mixed. If you’re fit you’ll get lots from it . Less so if you’re less so. We went with our Autistic son who felt limited in the things he could because the access to certain obstacles involved going through others he couldn’t manage. Other reviewers have
So much fun, staff were brilliant and great value for money. Would definitely recommend this for a family activity……..
Everything was excellent 👌 I honestly haven't had that much fun in years! It's brilliantly organised and the staff are so nice! Some great memories have been made today. Thank you
How To Get Here
Ideally located in Rosscarbery, Co. Cork, you can reach the Lagoon Activity Centre in just over an hour by car if you’re coming from Cork City (2 hours from Limerick, and just over an hour and a half on the 230 bus that departs from St.Patricks Quay, Cork City).
Yes, school tours are welcome at The Lagoon Activity Centre. We offer customised packages for school groups to ensure a fun and safe experience. For more information or to book a school tour, please visit our School Tours Page.
Bags can be left in changing rooms, or in your car. You can then leave car keys at the safety deposit box at the ticket desk. We do not provide lockers.
Yes, we have changing rooms, toilets, and hot showers.
Yes – and we’re proud of our ecology! The Lagoon is home to sea snails and worms, krill, shrimp, crab, pollock, mullet, silver eel, sand fish, rock fish, and bass.
When visiting The Lagoon Activity Centre please bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and any other personal items you may need. Safety equipment like life jackets and wetsuits will be provided for water activities.
We recommend that participants have a moderate level of swimming and fitness.
You can still take part in most activities in the rain. After all, it’s a water activity centre – so you’re going to get wet anyway!
Children must be eight years old and over to go on the water park. Under 12s must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or participating adult – aged 18 and over.
You’re spoiled for choice! Kayaking, paddleboarding, pedal boats, and access to the water park are available on site, where you can tackle the obstacle course compete with slides, trampolines and climbing walls]
The Lagoon Activity Centre is open from May to September, giving visitors ample opportunities to enjoy the facilities during the summer months. For specific opening hours, please visit our Opening Times Page.
8) Water Sports in Ireland – How far is The Lagoon Activity Centre from my base?
- Cork to Rosscarbery: 1 hour by car (70 km)
- Dublin to Rosscarbery: 3 hours by car (220 km)
- Limerick to Rosscarbery: 2 hours by car (140 km)
- Galway to Rosscarbery: 3.5 hours by car (240 km)
- Waterford to Rosscarbery: 2.5 hours by car (170 km)
The water in The Lagoon is an average of 3 feet deep. This varies from 3 feet in most of the water activity centre, to 6 meters at the waterpark.
Yes, The Lagoon Activity Centre is located amongst some of the finest scenery the country has to offer, here in Rosscarbery, West Cork. The Lagoon is the premier destination for water activities in Ireland with a host of different water sports catering to all skill levels and interests.
Prices do vary depending on the type of activity and the time spent – For example the Water Park can be visited for as little as €18, while you can rent a pedal boat or canoe for only €9, plenty of options!
The Lagoon Activity Centre offers a range of outdoor activities suitable for all ages, including kayaking, paddleboarding, pedal boats and the water park. Want to find out more? Visit our Water Activities Page.