Pollan Bay Surf Forecast
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About Pollan Bay
Pollan Bay is a long, north-facing beach on the Inishowen peninsula, near Ballyliffin in north Donegal. Inishowen is one of the most remote and least surfed corners of Ireland - if you're looking for an empty Atlantic beach, this is the kind of spot you'll find.
The bay catches W to N swells and works on S offshore winds. Multiple peaks shift along the strand. Mid tide is best. The Ballyliffin golf course sits behind the dunes; the village has accommodation and food but no major surf infrastructure.
Type
Beach break · long north-facing strand
Best swell
W–N (290–360°), 0.8–3.0m
Best wind
S (offshore), 140–220°
Best tide
Mid is best
Best period
10–16s
Skill level
Beginner to advanced
Best season
Sep–Apr
Parking
Beach car park
Hazards & Notes
- Remote · self-sufficient surfing
- Rips between sand bars on bigger swells
- Exposed - wind builds quickly
- Cold North Atlantic water · brutal in winter
14-Day Forecast
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