Stroove

Stroove is a sheltered sandy beach break on the Inishowen Peninsula where surf is often unreliable and wave quality tends to be poor. It’s most consistently noted as a winter option, with January highlighted as the best month. Even then, the waves usually need the right scale of North or Northwest swell to wrap around the headland and become rideable. Because of the sheltering headland geometry, rideable conditions are typically exceptional—more common when other, more exposed areas are too rough or washed out. On smaller swells the lineup is often underpowered, producing short rides and a softer, mushier wave character. Safety planning matters here: rocks are reported at/near the beach (including at the ends and around the lighthouse area), and this affects both takeoff/landing and general setup. If you do paddle out, use a conservative approach—check your landing zones first and be mindful of the rocky edges. Windwise, south winds are described as offshore at this location, which can help groom the smaller waves when conditions are marginal. Plan for cold-water sessions in winter, and take note that lifeguards are only present seasonally.