Rosses Point

Rosses Point is a sheltered bay location on the northwest Irish coast, characterized by a southeast-facing shoreline opening toward Donegal Bay. The spot features a sandy beach with a shallow lagoon system backed by grass fields and scattered development. A prominent rocky headland dominates the southern point, creating natural wave protection and defining the bay's geometry. The spot operates as a bay setup with moderate fetch distance and natural wind shadow from the headland. Side-shore conditions develop with northeast winds (45°), which align with prevailing Atlantic weather systems. The shallow lagoon provides calmer conditions than open ocean alternatives in the region, though depths vary considerably with tidal range. Rosses Point suits intermediate kiters comfortable with variable conditions and some navigation around obstacles. The limited riding area and proximity to infrastructure (road, bridge, campsite) restrict session duration and require careful planning. Low wind reliability (39%) typical for this latitude affects consistency. Best sessions occur during spring/neap transitions with moderate northeast winds (8-14 knots). Local knowledge of tidal timing and shallow area locations is essential.