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

The coastline of Dornoch 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 Dornoch Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Dornoch Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Dornoch Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Kite and windsurfing </li><li>Sup surfing (Sup touring)</li></ul>

Is the Dornoch 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.Dornoch 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 Dornoch Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Dornoch Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Dornoch Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Dornoch 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.

What are the key audiences of Dornoch Beach?

Dornoch Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Campers (caravans / tent) </li><li>Beachgoers with pets</li></ul>

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

The bar is located right on the Dornoch Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Crenshaw's Brasserie is the closest place located 600 meters from the beach.

How far is the Dornoch Beach from parking?

The Dornoch Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Dornoch Beach?

There are 1 attractions near Dornoch Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Embo Beach Access located in 3.7 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

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

The month with the highest temperature in Dornoch 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?

Dornoch 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.Dornoch 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 Dornoch Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Dornoch Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Dornoch Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Dornoch Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Dornoch Beach and the settlement

Photo of Dornoch Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

Photo of Dornoch Beach - good pet friendly spot for vacation

Dornoch Beach

Dornoch, United Kingdom

8.3

#34 out of 298 in Scotland 0

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Sup surfing Kite or windsurfing

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Located within the settlement

Dornoch • 0.9 km

Map of beach

Playground Camore Play Park

2km

Park Meadows Park

1.2km

National Park Camore Wood

1.4km

Hiking Area Lonemore Path to Camore Woods

1.8km

Park Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve

4.2km

Seafood Restaurant Highland Larder

9.4 - Excellent 280m

Restaurant Crenshaw's Brasserie

10 - Exceptional 560m

Bar Sutherland House (Dornoch) Ltd

8.8 - Excellent 720m

Bar Coach House Bar & Restaurant

8.2 - Very good 830m

Cafe Milk & Honey

9.6 - Exceptional 920m

Restaurant Greens Restaurant Dornoch

9 - Excellent 950m

Bar Dornoch Castle Whisky Bar & Bistro

9 - Excellent 970m

Indian Restaurant Highland Spice

7.6 - Very good 1km

Cafe SandStone Cafe

9.4 - Excellent 1km

Supermarket spar Store

1km

Bakery Harry Gow Bakery - Dornoch

9.4 - Excellent 1km

Museum Historylinks Museum

980m

Tourist Attraction Embo Beach Access

1.4km

Museum Tain Museum

5km

Tourist Attraction Golspie Beach

8.4km

Historical Landmark Witchstone

640m

Historical Landmark Duke Of Sutherland Monument

9.2km

Historical Landmark Monument to Harriet, Duchess of Sutherland

9.6km

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About

Dornoch 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.

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

Dornoch • 0.9 km

Map of beach

Playground Camore Play Park

2km

Park Meadows Park

1.2km

National Park Camore Wood

1.4km

Hiking Area Lonemore Path to Camore Woods

1.8km

Park Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve

4.2km

Seafood Restaurant Highland Larder

9.4 - Excellent 280m

Restaurant Crenshaw's Brasserie

10 - Exceptional 560m

Bar Sutherland House (Dornoch) Ltd

8.8 - Excellent 720m

Bar Coach House Bar & Restaurant

8.2 - Very good 830m

Cafe Milk & Honey

9.6 - Exceptional 920m

Restaurant Greens Restaurant Dornoch

9 - Excellent 950m

Bar Dornoch Castle Whisky Bar & Bistro

9 - Excellent 970m

Indian Restaurant Highland Spice

7.6 - Very good 1km

Cafe SandStone Cafe

9.4 - Excellent 1km

Supermarket spar Store

1km

Bakery Harry Gow Bakery - Dornoch

9.4 - Excellent 1km

Museum Historylinks Museum

980m

Tourist Attraction Embo Beach Access

1.4km

Museum Tain Museum

5km

Tourist Attraction Golspie Beach

8.4km

Historical Landmark Witchstone

640m

Historical Landmark Duke Of Sutherland Monument

9.2km

Historical Landmark Monument to Harriet, Duchess of Sutherland

9.6km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

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50m 1 min walk

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8.4 Very good

3.8km

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Localities

Nearest

Dornoch • 920m

Transport

Airport

DOC • 1.2km

Bus Station

Academy • 1.9km

Train Station

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Dornoch Beach

Dornoch, United Kingdom

Playground Camore Play Park

Park Meadows Park

National Park Camore Wood

Hiking Area Lonemore Path to Camore Woods

Park Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve

Seafood Restaurant Highland Larder

Restaurant Crenshaw's Brasserie

Bar Sutherland House (Dornoch) Ltd

Bar Coach House Bar & Restaurant

Cafe Milk & Honey

Restaurant Greens Restaurant Dornoch

Bar Dornoch Castle Whisky Bar & Bistro

Indian Restaurant Highland Spice

Cafe SandStone Cafe

Supermarket spar Store

Bakery Harry Gow Bakery - Dornoch

Museum Historylinks Museum

Tourist Attraction Embo Beach Access

Museum Tain Museum

Tourist Attraction Golspie Beach

Historical Landmark Witchstone

Historical Landmark Duke Of Sutherland Monument

Historical Landmark Monument to Harriet, Duchess of Sutherland

About

Weather

Dornoch, Scotland, Highland

Playground Camore Play Park

Park Meadows Park

National Park Camore Wood

Hiking Area Lonemore Path to Camore Woods

Park Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve

Seafood Restaurant Highland Larder

Restaurant Crenshaw's Brasserie

Bar Sutherland House (Dornoch) Ltd

Bar Coach House Bar & Restaurant

Cafe Milk & Honey

Restaurant Greens Restaurant Dornoch

Bar Dornoch Castle Whisky Bar & Bistro

Indian Restaurant Highland Spice

Cafe SandStone Cafe

Supermarket spar Store

Bakery Harry Gow Bakery - Dornoch

Museum Historylinks Museum

Tourist Attraction Embo Beach Access

Museum Tain Museum

Tourist Attraction Golspie Beach

Historical Landmark Witchstone

Historical Landmark Duke Of Sutherland Monument

Historical Landmark Monument to Harriet, Duchess of Sutherland

Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

Nearest Beaches

Localities

Dornoch • 920m

Transport

DOC • 1.2km

Academy • 1.9km

Tain • 7.5km

Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

Travelers reviews

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