Claggan Island

Claggan Island is a beach break located on the Irish coast facing southeast toward the Atlantic. The spot features an expansive sandy beach with gradual depth increase, backed by agricultural land and coastal infrastructure. The wide tidal range characteristic of Irish coasts creates varying conditions throughout the day, with exposed sandflats during low tide. Wind from the northeast (45°) provides ideal side-shore conditions, allowing safe launches and consistent power delivery. The relatively protected nature of the beach break and modest wave heights (averaging 1.32m) make this suitable for beginners and improving intermediates. The spot offers forgiving conditions with enough wind reliability (48%) for regular sessions. Key considerations include checking tide times, as the extensive flats can limit usable water depth at low tide. The shallow, gradually sloping bottom reduces hazard exposure compared to reef breaks. Wind consistency at 12.4 knots average suggests sessions are possible but not always guaranteed.