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Portnalong Jetty

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There are 42 places to stay in the Portnalong Jetty area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5198377&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Birdsong Bothy Inviting 1 Bedroom House in Colbost</a></li></ul>

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5.8

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#298 out of 298
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Portnalong Jetty is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 113th place out of 113 beaches in the Highland region The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

It is a spacious bay with turquoise water and bright sand & rocks cover, so it is 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. There is a campsite located nearby.

Portnalong Jetty coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.

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.

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Historical

+11 ^oC +9 ^oC

Air temperature

6.2 M/S

Wind

+10 ^oC

Water temperature

0.5 M

Wave height

Portnalong, Scotland, Highland

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Beach overall scores

Water

Excellent

8.5/10

Cover

Poor

3.3/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

Tolerable

4.6/10

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Portnalong Jetty is located in Highland within Portnalong, 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.

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Birdsong Bothy Inviting 1 Bedroom House in Colbost

18.1km from the beach

9.3

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Birdsong Bothy Inviting 1 Bedroom House in Colbost

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General features

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- 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
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- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Transport Localities

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SKL• 36.7km
Police Station• 28.9km
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What is the water and sand quality of the Portnalong Jetty?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Portnalong Jetty?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Portnalong Jetty, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Portnalong Jetty good for swimming?

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

Portnalong Jetty 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 Portnalong Jetty for swimming is positive.

Is the Portnalong Jetty 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 mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Portnalong Jetty secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Portnalong Jetty 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 Portnalong Jetty?

Portnalong Jetty can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers (caravans)

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Portnalong Jetty?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Portnalong Jetty.

What is the closest accommodation to the Portnalong Jetty?

There are 42 places to stay in the Portnalong Jetty area.

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

Birdsong Bothy Inviting 1 Bedroom House in Colbost

How far is the Portnalong Jetty from parking?

The Portnalong Jetty 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 Portnalong Jetty?

The month with the highest temperature in Portnalong Jetty is August. Its average value reaches 15°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 14°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 8°C and water 8°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Portnalong Jetty (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.Portnalong Jetty (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.