On the western side of the bay are located Inishbofin and Inishark islands.

Near Cleggan bay is a collection of prehistoric monuments (tombs, standing stones and walls); quite well known among them is the Cleggan Court tomb, on the north side of the bay.

A nearby village lost several people and was subsequently abandoned.

On the north side of the bay the Cleggan Head walk allow hikers to visit the area and crossing some private properties.

[3] Cleggan bay is also concerned by the Mayo to Clare section of the Wild Atlantic Way.