Surf spot: Rossnowlagh, Donegal

Rossnowlagh is situated on the inside of Donegal Bay, approximately a 20 minute drive north from Bundoran. It’s a picturesque 2 km long beach with waves breaking the whole length of the strand. Rossnowlagh is the historic home of Irish surfing, it has a vibrant surf scene; being very popular in summer with winter months becoming a lot quieter.

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Rossnowlagh

Rossnowlagh Surf Club was the first club in Ireland to establish its own club house back in 1985. The club house is still going strong today and it is the hub of activity for all the junior surfers in summer months. Rossnowlagh hosts Ireland’s longest running annual surf contest the ‘Intercounties’ every October.

The waves in Rossnowlagh are very mellow/soft peeling lefts and rights. It breaks through the tide but is best at high tide. It is suitable for children/ beginners or if you’re just looking for a mellow longboard session.