Eoropie
Eoropie sits at the very tip of the Isle of Lewis, near the Butt of Lewis lighthouse, and catches just about every swell the North Atlantic produces.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NW (325°)
- Direction range
- 290° - 360°
- Size range
- 1m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 1.9m - 2.5m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 13s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- S (170°)
- Offshore range
- 130° - 200°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
Water temp
10°C
Wetsuit
5/4mm + boots
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
2/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Eoropie?
Eoropie is a beach break in Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, UK, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Eoropie?
Eoropie picks up swell from the WNW round to the N, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the NW. It starts working at around 1m and handles up to about 3m, with the sweet spot around 1.9 to 2.5m. Period matters too: aim for 13s or longer, as anything under 8s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Eoropie?
A S wind is dead offshore at Eoropie, and anything from the SE round to the SSW keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 11am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Eoropie?
Eoropie is at its best around the low to mid tide.
When is the best time of year to surf Eoropie?
The most reliable run of swell at Eoropie comes Sep to Feb. There's a second window in Mar to Aug too.
How cold is the water at Eoropie?
The water at Eoropie averages around 10°C, so you'll want a 5/4mm with boots. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Eoropie good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 6/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Heavy waves. Strong rips. Remote near Butt of Lewis lighthouse. Cold water year-round.
How do I get to Eoropie?
The nearest airport on our list is SYY, then it's roughly a 40-minute drive.
What other surf spots are near Eoropie?
The closest breaks we track are Dalbeg Slab (38 km) and Dalmore (40 km), handy when Eoropie isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Secondary: Mar-Aug
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