Aileens
Aileens is Ireland's most dramatic big wave—a right-hand reef break that detonates beneath the famous 700-foot Cliffs of Moher on Ireland's west coast. The setting is almost unreal: massive Atlantic swells breaking in front of ancient sea cliffs with birds circling above. The wave rivals Jaws and Teahupo'o in power and requires a 2-mile paddle or jet ski access. When it's on, Aileens produces some of the most powerful waves in the Atlantic, with the added challenge of freezing water and hostile weather.
Today's Conditions
Location & Conditions
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Strike Score Breakdown
Location & Conditions
Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- W (280°)
- Direction range
- 250° - 310°
- Size range
- 7.6m - 15.2m
- Ideal size
- 13.5m
- Height multiplier
- 1.08×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 45° - 135°
- Best window
- morning
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: 2mi paddle or jet ski
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Lahinch
🇮🇪 Ireland's surf capital • Atlantic consistency • Complete town
Riley's
🎓 Aileens training ground • Cliff trek access • Often too shallow
Easkey Right
🍀 Sligo's quality right • Handles solid size • Celtic perfection
Mullaghmore Head
☘️ Ireland's beast • Steps meet slabs • Inflatable vests mandatory
Pampa Point
🥶 Donegal solitude • Cold water commitment • Irish gem
Bundoran Peak
🇮🇪 Ireland's premier reef • A-frame peaks • Wild Atlantic Way