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Skinnet Beach

Good for Relax

/ 10 Good

#224 out of 298
in Scotland

About

Skinnet Beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 84th place out of 113 beaches in the Highland region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.

It is a long lasting coastline 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 etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Skinnet Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .

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.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Achininiver Beach, which has a rating of 6.9.

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Historical

+11 ^oC +9 ^oC

Air temperature

6.5 M/S

Wind

+9 ^oC

Water temperature

1.1 M

Wave height

Melness, Scotland, Highland

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Good

7/10

Amenities

Very poor

2/10

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Skinnet Beach (Highland) is located outside the Melness 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 and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Skinnet Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., 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.

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Beach surroundings

Attractions Transport Localities

Attractions

Tongue Causeway• 2.7km

Transport

DOC• 75.5km
Fire Station• 3.7km
Kinbrace• 39.9km

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

The coastline of Skinnet 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 Skinnet Beach?

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

Skinnet 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.

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

Is the Skinnet 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 Skinnet Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Skinnet Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Skinnet Beach.

How far is the Skinnet Beach from parking?

The Skinnet Beach has no parking spot.

Are there any attractions nearby Skinnet Beach?

There are 1 attractions near Skinnet Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Tongue Causeway located in 2.7 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Skinnet 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?

Skinnet 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.Skinnet 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.