Rosemarkie

Chanonry Point Beach

Good for Relax

/ 10 Very good

#79 out of 298
in Scotland

About

Chanonry Point Beach is located on the The North Sea and it is in the 19th place out of 113 beaches in the Highland region The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray sand & pebble cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season. Please note that the area nearby is possible for wild camping.

Chanonry Point 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.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Rosemarkie Camping Beach, which has a rating of 8.3.

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Historical

+13 ^oC +6 ^oC

Air temperature

5.2 M/S

Wind

+9 ^oC

Water temperature

0.5 M

Wave height

Rosemarkie, Scotland, Highland

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Very poor

2.3/10

Cleanliness

Good

7/10

Amenities

Very poor

1.5/10

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Chanonry Point Beach is located in Highland within Rosemarkie, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"I did not expect to see any dolphins here but in the end we got lucky and saw many of them. We came early in the morning. There were many people here who were also waiting for dolphins so don’t expect to be there alone"

Lukas Schuppel

"Beautiful place, no dolphins spotted tho 🥲 we did see many otters and smaller fishes along the waters. Came at around sunset and managed to capture some wonderful moments. Plenty of parking and if cold, you can park facing the waters to dolphin spot."

Abraham Lee

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Photo of Chanonry Point Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
size&shape
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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8.3

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

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Beach surroundings

Attractions Transport Localities

Attractions

Chanonry Lighthouse• 2 min walk
Dolphin View Point• 3 min walk
Fairy Glen Falls• 3.7km

Transport

INV• 4.5km
Manse Road• 3.5km
Inverness Airport• 5.1km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Chanonry Point Beach?

Chanonry Point Beach has a gray sand and pebble cover. 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 Chanonry Point Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Chanonry Point 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 Chanonry Point Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Chanonry Point 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.

Is the Chanonry Point 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 mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Chanonry Point Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Chanonry Point 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 Chanonry Point Beach?

Chanonry Point Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Wild camping lovers (caravans)

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Chanonry Point Beach.

How far is the Chanonry Point Beach from parking?

The Chanonry Point 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.

Are there any attractions nearby Chanonry Point Beach?

There are 3 attractions near Chanonry Point Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Chanonry Lighthouse located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Chanonry Point Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Chanonry Point Beach is August. 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 9°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Chanonry Point 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.Chanonry Point 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.