Paddling out to The Bitches
The Paddle Out Out There The Paddle Back
Park at St Justinian's (directions), making sure you follow parking directions displayed and make sure you don't restrict access for the lifeboat crews.
It's a 25-minute paddle to the Bitches from St. Justinian’s Lifeboat Station, and an ideal warm up.
"map 1" & "map 2" coming soon
For the full experience, aim to be on the water and paddling out 3½ hours before local high water (Milford Haven). Before you go down the steps look SW across the sound and you'll be able to see the Bitches, close to the farmhouse on the island. You may also spot waves on Horse Rock half way across; more about that on the way back.
When you get on the water, you want to be aiming for the last headland south on the mainland, where Ramsey Sound is at its narrowest. If you watch the water, you'll be able to see the eddy that's going to help you out!
When you get to that headland you should be able to see the current clearly; your route is a large S-cross. Once you're about half way over you'll need to change your boat angle and paddle direct towards the island and break into the eddy behind the first rock. Once you're there, paddle back "upstream". Most of the action is closer to the island, so eddy hop your way across, making the most of the currents as you go.
