It has a large, double basin harbour as its centre piece, meaning at Mid to High Tide, you can paddle in most conditions in a decent size area in most conditions. It is a great place to explore.

Leaving the harbour mouth, you enter the smaller of Hopeman’s two beaches, East Sands. Its a lovely spot to paddle with spectacular views towards the Black Isle and beyond. Sometimes the surf gods play ball and you will find the most beginner friendly of Hopeman’s surf spots here.

At the other side of the Harbour is the larger West Sands, a series of sandy bays, with rocky islets here and there to pick your way through. The most western edge has the finest sands and a series of beautiful Beach Huts to admire. There is car parking at the Harbour and by the West Sands. By combining a harbour start, into the east sands and round to the west sands, with the wind behind you, you can enjoy a downwinder then walk back along the road to your vehicle quite easily.