Rosapenna Surf Forecast
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About Rosapenna
Rosapenna is a north-facing beach in Sheephaven Bay, north Donegal - near Marble Hill and Downings. The Rosapenna golf course (one of Ireland's oldest) sits behind the dunes, but the beach itself is open, exposed and catches plenty of swell.
The beach works on NW swells with SE offshore winds. Mid tide is best. It's less sheltered than Marble Hill and handles size better - useful when the bay is too small for the headline spots in the area.
Type
Beach break · north-facing dune strand
Best swell
W–N (280–350°), 0.8–3.0m
Best wind
SE (offshore), 90–155°
Best tide
Mid is best
Best period
9–15s
Skill level
Beginner to advanced
Best season
Sep–Apr
Parking
Beach access via the golf course road
Hazards & Notes
- Rips between sand bars on bigger swells
- Exposed - wind builds quickly
- Watch for golfers on the path back from the beach
- Cold North Atlantic water year-round
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