Sandwood Bay Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
SW to NW
Wind
SE
Surf Height
Thigh high to overhead.
Tide
Breaks through the tides.
Sandwood Bay Surf Guide
In a world where even the most remote line-ups are bustling hives of activity, Sandwood is something of a gem. Its a 4-mile hike with all your boards and provisions, but the end result is something quite special. This secluded bay sits on the northwestern edge of mainland Scotland and siphons in any passing swell and weather - can easily get big and close-out. However when small, there's plenty of peaks and a couple of reefs to choose from, and the waves can be as idyllic as the location.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Experienced surfers due to isolation.
Local Vibe
Welcoming
If there were some locals ...
Crowd Factor
Mellow
Very quiet, will probably be a few hiker's tents.
Spot Rating
Fun
So much potential in small, clean swells. Fickle as exposed to wind. There are a couple of rocky outcrops and a rivermouth that groom some sweet banks.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Exposed to currents so rippy.
Water Quality
Clean
Clean.
Hazards
Isolated so take care! Hoovers up any swell so can get big. Rips here can be brutal. So can midges.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Longboard, Bodyboard
Access
its a 4-mile trek in from Blairmore.
Bottom
Sand and rock patches.
Best Season
June - September - check the weather and swell forecast first.
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