Dungarvan

Dungarvan Bay is a sheltered coastal inlet on Ireland's southern coast, characterized by a narrow sand and shale spit that separates the bay from the open Atlantic. The spot features a long linear shoreline oriented north-south, with shallow bay waters protected by the natural breakwater formed by the spit. Water conditions are primarily flat to small chop, with minimal wave development due to limited fetch and the bay's protected nature. Wind reliability is notably poor at 20%, typical for Ireland's southern coast where prevailing westerlies often miss sheltered bays. This spot is best suited for beginners and intermediates seeking flat-water conditions and light wind practice. Side-shore winds from the east or west provide the safest riding angles along the bay's north-south axis. Kiters should be aware of shallow mudflats that expose at low tide, restricting riding areas, and potential tidal current flows at the bay entrance. The calm conditions make this suitable for progression work rather than high-wind sessions, with best conditions typically occurring during easterly wind patterns.