Carrigart Lagoon

Carrigart Lagoon is a shallow, flat-water tidal lagoon with clean water quality. The beach/launch area is sand and the available riding space changes substantially with tide level, with the deepest areas generally reported at the north end and along the eastern side. Because it is tidal, planning around high tide is central to getting consistent, safe conditions. For kitesurfing, the prevailing recommended wind is from N, WSW, and W, and the wind pattern is described as frontal westerlies associated with Atlantic low-pressure systems. Typical session winds are about 15 to 25 knots, with reports that gusts can come in with “holes,” so steady kite handling and smart spacing are important. The lagoon is generally characterized as sheltered and very beginner-friendly. Safety is a key theme at this spot: power lines west of the rigging area (and power lines/fences near the road and shoreline) are specifically called out as hazards. Additional low-tide hazards include mud flats and very shallow water, plus isolated rocks near the lagoon edges and possible oyster trestles (where riders are advised to avoid going too close). Timing advice is consistent across sources: the lagoon is best roughly from two hours before to two hours after high tide. Rescue and lifeguard presence are not reported at the spot itself, so riders should rely on standard regional emergency procedures and carry appropriate safety gear.