Overview
Pennan Bay sits in a small cove below the village, with two good peaks breaking over a mix of uneven reef and sand. Both lefts and rights are on offer, so there's a bit of variety when the peaks are firing.
When It Works
The bay draws swell from northwest through north to east (NW-N-E), with a north swell the best match. It works from 0.6 m / 2 ft to 2.4 m / 8 ft, so you'll want something in that window to get the peaks going.
Wind and Tide
Look for a south offshore wind to clean things up. The bay works through low, mid, and high tide, with a rising tide generally the better call. It gets more sucky at low tide, so keep that in mind if you're paddling out on the lower end.
Access
Park by the harbour, where there's free roadside parking. When it's big, the harbour also gives you a handy paddle-out channel. Be ready for a difficult entry and exit.
