Long Strand Surf Report
County Cork · Beginner-friendly beach break
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About Long Strand
Long Strand is an exposed, 3 km west Cork beach near Castlefreke, with no bay shelter to soften the incoming swell. That makes it one of the more powerful beaches on the south coast - when other Cork spots are flat, Long Strand often still has something to ride.
The beach catches a broad S to SW swell window and works on N offshore winds. Multiple peaks shift along the strand with the tide. There's parking at the western end and access via a short path. Best for confident beginners and up.
Type
Beach break · 3 km exposed strand
Best swell
S–SW (170–230°), 0.8–3.0m
Best wind
N (offshore), 340–60°
Best tide
Works most tides · mid is best
Best period
9–15s
Skill level
Intermediate · confident beginners
Best season
Sep–Apr
Parking
Car park at the western end of the beach
Hazards & Notes
- Exposed · stronger currents than the bay-sheltered Cork beaches
- Rip current on bigger swells - read the beach carefully
- No lifeguards · be self-sufficient
- Cold water year-round outside summer
14-Day Forecast
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