What is the water and sand quality of the Durness Beach?

The coastline of Durness Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Durness Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Durness Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Durness Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Durness Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.So the overall recommendation of the Durness Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Durness Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Durness Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Durness Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Durness Beach?

Durness Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Campers (caravans)</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Durness Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Durness Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Durness Beach?

There are 1 places to stay in the Durness Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Durness Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7938527&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">125 Kinlochbervie B&B</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5246948&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Eco Crofters Wagon by the Beach</a></li></ul>

How far is the Durness Beach from parking?

The Durness Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres and you have to overcome a small descent.

Are there any attractions nearby Durness Beach?

There are 3 attractions near Durness Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Durness bay located in 0.5 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Durness Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Durness Beach is August. Its average value reaches 15°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 14°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 7°C and water 9°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Durness Beach (Highland) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Durness Beach (Highland) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Durness Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Durness Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Durness Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Durness Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Durness Beach and the settlement

Photo of Durness Beach surrounded by mountains

Photo of Durness Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

Durness Beach

Durness, United Kingdom

8.3

#34 out of 298 in Scotland 1

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for swimming Short mountain trail

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Located within the settlement

Durness • 0.5 km

Map of beach

Park Durness War Memorial

420m

Park John Lennon Memorial Garden

540m

Pizza Restaurant Sango Sands Oasis Restaurant & Bar

8 - Very good 150m

Fast Food Restaurant Cheese N Toasted - Smoo Cave

9.8 - Exceptional 720m

Fast Food Restaurant Smoo Crave

10 - Exceptional 1.2km

Convenience Store The Durness Shop

340m

Ice Cream Shop ICE bar

10 - Exceptional 710m

Shopping Mall Balnakeil Craft Village

1.2km

Tourist Attraction Durness Beach

50m

Tourist Attraction Durness bay

120m

Tourist Attraction Smoo Cave

940m

Tourist Attraction Faraid Head

3.4km

Tourist Attraction Loch Eriboll Lighthouse

7.4km

Historical Landmark Durness Millennium Cairn

470m

Historical Landmark Balnakeil Church

1.4km

Historical Landmark Faraid Head Stacks

2.6km

Historical Landmark Keoldale Green Marker

3.1km

Historical Landmark Hood Stones

6.6km

Historical Landmark Laid Wheelhouse

6.8km

Historical Landmark Ard Neackie Lime Kilns

8.6km

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About

Durness Beach is located on the North Sea and it is in the 8th place out of 113 beaches in the Highland region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

Weather

history

+15 ^o C +13 ^o C

Air temperature

9.1 M/S

Wind

+13 ^o C

Water temperature

1.6 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Durness • 0.5 km

Map of beach

Park Durness War Memorial

420m

Park John Lennon Memorial Garden

540m

Pizza Restaurant Sango Sands Oasis Restaurant & Bar

8 - Very good 150m

Fast Food Restaurant Cheese N Toasted - Smoo Cave

9.8 - Exceptional 720m

Fast Food Restaurant Smoo Crave

10 - Exceptional 1.2km

Convenience Store The Durness Shop

340m

Ice Cream Shop ICE bar

10 - Exceptional 710m

Shopping Mall Balnakeil Craft Village

1.2km

Tourist Attraction Durness Beach

50m

Tourist Attraction Durness bay

120m

Tourist Attraction Smoo Cave

940m

Tourist Attraction Faraid Head

3.4km

Tourist Attraction Loch Eriboll Lighthouse

7.4km

Historical Landmark Durness Millennium Cairn

470m

Historical Landmark Balnakeil Church

1.4km

Historical Landmark Faraid Head Stacks

2.6km

Historical Landmark Keoldale Green Marker

3.1km

Historical Landmark Hood Stones

6.6km

Historical Landmark Laid Wheelhouse

6.8km

Historical Landmark Ard Neackie Lime Kilns

8.6km

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Stays nearby

2 accomodations nearby

21.5km from the beach

7.7 Very good

125 Kinlochbervie B&B

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Durness • 21.1km from center

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21.8km from the beach

8.1 Very good

Eco Crofters Wagon by the Beach

Holiday Park/Caravan Park

Located at nearest locality

Durness • 21.4km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

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Durness • 520m

Transport

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Bus Station

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Durness Beach

Durness, United Kingdom

Park Durness War Memorial

Park John Lennon Memorial Garden

Pizza Restaurant Sango Sands Oasis Restaurant & Bar

Fast Food Restaurant Cheese N Toasted - Smoo Cave

Fast Food Restaurant Smoo Crave

Convenience Store The Durness Shop

Ice Cream Shop ICE bar

Shopping Mall Balnakeil Craft Village

Tourist Attraction Durness Beach

Tourist Attraction Durness bay

Tourist Attraction Smoo Cave

Tourist Attraction Faraid Head

Tourist Attraction Loch Eriboll Lighthouse

Historical Landmark Durness Millennium Cairn

Historical Landmark Balnakeil Church

Historical Landmark Faraid Head Stacks

Historical Landmark Keoldale Green Marker

Historical Landmark Hood Stones

Historical Landmark Laid Wheelhouse

Historical Landmark Ard Neackie Lime Kilns

About

Weather

Durness, Scotland, Highland

Park Durness War Memorial

Park John Lennon Memorial Garden

Pizza Restaurant Sango Sands Oasis Restaurant & Bar

Fast Food Restaurant Cheese N Toasted - Smoo Cave

Fast Food Restaurant Smoo Crave

Convenience Store The Durness Shop

Ice Cream Shop ICE bar

Shopping Mall Balnakeil Craft Village

Tourist Attraction Durness Beach

Tourist Attraction Durness bay

Tourist Attraction Smoo Cave

Tourist Attraction Faraid Head

Tourist Attraction Loch Eriboll Lighthouse

Historical Landmark Durness Millennium Cairn

Historical Landmark Balnakeil Church

Historical Landmark Faraid Head Stacks

Historical Landmark Keoldale Green Marker

Historical Landmark Hood Stones

Historical Landmark Laid Wheelhouse

Historical Landmark Ard Neackie Lime Kilns

Stays nearby

125 Kinlochbervie B&B

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Eco Crofters Wagon by the Beach

Holiday Park/Caravan Park

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

Nearest Beaches

Localities

Durness • 520m

Transport

DOC • 88.4km

Post Office • 450m

Forsinard • 54.3km

Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

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