Portskerra

Portskerra Beach

6.8

/ 10 Good

#253 out of 298
in Scotland

About

Portskerra Beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 92th place out of 113 beaches in the Highland region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and rocks cover, so it is highly recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

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

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 Melvich Beach, which has a rating of 8.3.

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Historical

+11 ^oC +9 ^oC

Air temperature

5.9 M/S

Wind

+9 ^oC

Water temperature

1.2 M

Wave height

Portskerra, Scotland, Highland

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Very poor

2.4/10

Cleanliness

Very good

7.5/10

Amenities

Bad

1/10

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Portskerra Beach is located in Highland within Portskerra, 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

"This beach is absolutely breathtaking, especially with its picturesque little harbor. The views are absolutely stunning, especially when you look back towards Melvich Beach. The water was pleasantly warm, and there was plenty of space to launch boats. To access the harbor, there is a narrow road that leads down to it. Trust me, making a stop here is definitely worth it."

Gavin Anderson

"Portskerra, a small village in Sutherland, Highland, Scotland, offers stunning views of Melvich Bay. It is a hidden gem, tucked away from the popular tourist spots, but the beauty of this place is truly exceptional. If you happen to be traveling along NC500, a visit to Portskerra is a must. It is conveniently located just a short distance from Thurso, only a 25-minute drive ..."

Rohan Chatterjee

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Photo of Portskerra Beach with turquoise pure water surface

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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 - low, mostly locals
size&shape
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Cover and water

swimming details
cover
water
- Crystall water, high transparency
- Turqoise blue

Natural features

- Cliffs

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

Melvich, United Kingdom

Melvich Beach

8.3

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Melvich 0.5 km

Strathy, United Kingdom

Strathy Beach

7.8

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Strathy 0.9 km

Thurso, United Kingdom

Thurso Beach

7.8

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

Thurso 0.1 km

Dunnet, United Kingdom

Dunnet Beach

7.6

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

Dunnet 1.6 km

Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

HOY• 47.7km
Sinclair Square• 26.4km
Scotscalder• 24km

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

The Portskerra Beach is mostly covered with rocks. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is rocky, so special footwear is highly recommended.

What are the key activities at Portskerra Beach?

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

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is very rocky, so it is highly recommended to use special shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Portskerra Beach is partially protected from waves.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Portskerra Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Portskerra 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 rocks and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Portskerra Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Portskerra Beach is visited only by a few travellers. 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:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Portskerra Beach.

How far is the Portskerra Beach from parking?

The Portskerra 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.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Portskerra 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. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Portskerra 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.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Portskerra Beach (Highland) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the Portskerra Beach for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.