Novice here also. I have exclusively launched from East Llanion slipway, usually launch at low-ish tide and recovery at high-ish, although this Monday we launched at low and recovered at lower. I can testify that even for a complete novice, this is an ideal location to begin.
I think my only reservation for the location would be that the (usually) prevailing South Westerly wind can make journeys West a little breezy, and it will whip up some waves in unsheltered areas. I would also say, make sure you adhere to the no wake zones marked out on the port authority guide, the rangers are very hot on keeping people in check and we witnessed a number of boats get 'pulled over' for a reminder.
Closer to you, we've checked out Goodwick slipway a couple of times and will be launching from there next time the weather is favourable, as it seems a great site for testing and adjusting etc in relative saftey of the breakwater.
Went out from Goodwick tonight. Great slip and parking. No issues at all.
Yes, that’s the one.
It looks quite new and not busy.
Parking is great, but you do have to pay.
You can also tie your boat up to the slip whilst you park you car.
Went last night at high tide and it was about 7 feet deep.
