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Castlefreke Surf Report

County Cork · Beginner-friendly beach break

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About Castlefreke

Castlefreke sits at the eastern end of Long Strand - depending on who you talk to it's either part of the same beach or a slightly separate spot. The Castlefreke section is more sheltered, more dune-backed and a touch friendlier than the exposed western end of Long Strand.

Works on the same S to SW swells as its neighbours, with N offshore winds. Mid tide is best. The dunes behind the beach are part of Castlefreke estate; the beach itself is public and you can walk to it via the trails from the Castlefreke car park.

Type

Beach break · sheltered south-facing strand

Best swell

S–SW (170–230°), 0.8–3.0m

Best wind

N (offshore), 340–60°

Best tide

Mid is best

Best period

9–15s

Skill level

Beginner to advanced

Best season

Sep–Apr

Parking

Castlefreke car park · walk through dunes

Hazards & Notes

Rip current on bigger swells
No lifeguards · be self-sufficient
Dune erosion is fragile - stick to marked paths
Cold water outside high summer

14-Day Forecast

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