Ownahincha Surf Report
County Cork · Beginner-friendly beach break
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About Ownahincha
Ownahincha is a sandy south-facing beach a short drive from Rosscarbery in west Cork. It sits beside the more exposed Long Strand but is more sheltered and more forgiving - a popular pick for beginners and families on smaller summer S swells.
The beach catches S to SW swells and works on N offshore winds. Mid tide is the sweet spot. There's a holiday park and caravan area behind the beach, which makes it busy in summer but ensures plenty of parking.
Type
Beach break · sheltered south-facing strand
Best swell
S–SW (170–230°), 0.6–2.5m
Best wind
N (offshore), 340–60°
Best tide
Mid is best
Best period
9–15s
Skill level
Beginner-friendly
Best season
Autumn / winter S storms
Parking
Holiday park and beach parking
Hazards & Notes
- Busy with families in summer
- Rip current can form between sand bars on bigger swells
- South-facing - mostly flat when the Atlantic is firing on the west
- Cold water · proper wetsuit needed outside high summer
14-Day Forecast
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