Collieston

Hackley Bay Beach

Good for Relax

8.2

/ 10 Very good

#62 out of 298
in Scotland

About

Hackley Bay Beach is located on the The North Sea and it is in the 7th place out of 28 beaches in the Aberdeenshire region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, hikers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Hackley Bay Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

To get to the beach, you need to walk along a mountain trail more than 1km long. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Newburgh Seal Beach, which has a rating of 8.2.

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Historical

+10 ^oC +6 ^oC

Air temperature

5.3 M/S

Wind

+8 ^oC

Water temperature

1.7 M

Wave height

Collieston, Scotland, Aberdeenshire

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Water

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Cover

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4.9/10

Cleanliness

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Amenities

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Hackley Bay Beach (Aberdeenshire) is located outside the Collieston settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

User reviews

"I returned to Hackley Bay for the second time after finding it last summer. It's situated in a beautiful location and is easiest to reach by taking the stone steps on the south side of the bay. We usually park at the Collieston visitor centre and walk to the bay from there, but it can also be accessed from the Newburgh end of the Forvie National Nature Reserve."

Evan Mercer

"A beautiful, secluded beach in a horseshoe-shaped bay, Hackley Bay is a must-see when visiting Forvie. It is usually quiet, so you may even have the whole beach to yourself. Access is from the southern end of the bay via a set of steps, as the dirt path from the northern end is very steep and not in the best condition. The beach is flat and wide when the tide is out, providi..."

Lysander Hawthorne

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Deserted even in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - low, mostly locals
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
size&shape
location
- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach

Cover and water

cover
- Bright sand
- Sea bottom - Sand
swimming details
water
- Crystall water, high transparency
- Turqoise blue

Access

Audience

- Relaxation connoisseurs
- Hiking adventurers

Natural features

- Surrounded by mountains
- Cliffs

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What is the water and sand quality of the Hackley Bay Beach?

The coastline of Hackley Bay Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. 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 Hackley Bay Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Hackley Bay 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 Hackley Bay 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.

Hackley Bay Beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Hackley Bay Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Hackley Bay 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 Hackley Bay Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Hackley Bay Beach is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Hackley Bay Beach?

Hackley Bay Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Hiking adventurers

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Hackley Bay Beach.

How far is the Hackley Bay Beach from parking?

The Hackley Bay 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 and you have to overcome a long trail with descent at the end.

What is the best time of the year to visit Hackley Bay Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Hackley Bay Beach is July. Its average value reaches 16°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 14°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 5°C and water 8°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Hackley Bay Beach (Aberdeenshire) 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.Hackley Bay Beach (Aberdeenshire) 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.