Outer Tralee Bay is a significant coastal water body off the coast of County Kerry, Ireland, forming part of the larger Tralee Bay complex. It is designated as a transitional water body under the Water Framework Directive and holds Good ecological status. The bay is an integral component of the Tralee Bay Complex Special Protection Area (SPA) and the Tralee Bay and Magharees Peninsula, West to Cloghane Special Area of Conservation (SAC), highlighting its importance for marine biodiversity and conservation. The subtidal areas feature notable beds of Zostera marina (eelgrass), providing crucial habitat. The bay's waters are also used for activities such as dredge material disposal, and it is a focal point for specific fisheries research and management efforts, particularly concerning shellfish.