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Traigh Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Traigh Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Traigh Beach.There are 2 restaurants nearby.The Silver Sands Restaurant is the closest place located 3500 meters from the beach.

7.7

/ 10 Very good

#120 out of 298
in Scotland

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Traigh Beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 42th place out of 113 beaches in the Highland region The beach is located in a natural place.

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 etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Traigh Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, 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. Parking is located directly on the beach.

7 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Bunacaimb Beach, which has a rating of 8.

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Air temperature

6.2 M/S

Wind

+10 ^oC

Water temperature

0.5 M

Wave height

Back of Keppoch, 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

1.7/10

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Traigh Beach (Highland) is located outside the Back of Keppoch 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 Traigh 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.

User reviews

"Amazing wee beach no matter the weather. Stunning views out to Eigg and Rum. Perfectly shallow at most states of tide for all ages in a sheltered bay. Great for swimming or SUP boarding. Can get very busy with parked cars on the verge though. DO NOT PARK on or near the double yellow lines or in the marked 30 min bays. REGULAR checks are made by enforcement and police. If it'..."

Steve Hurst

"Really nice but windy piece of paradise. Went here on a rainy/ stormy day that was horrendous weather but then drove up to Mallaig and returned once the rest of the stormy weather had passed, and it was like paradise. Still had fun having a look around the shoreline and coastal area for a good few hours though in the rain and sun. Would love to return in the summer but I'd b..."

Liam Mc

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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
- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

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Sanna Beach

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Bunacaimb Beach

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

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Tigh-na-mara Beach

7.7

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

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Silver Sands of Morar

7.7

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

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Rhu Point Beach

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

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Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand

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

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Ardtoe beach

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

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Singing Sands

8.3

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Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

The Silver Sands Res...• 3.4km
Sunset Thai Food• 3.5km

Attractions

River Morar Bridge• 3km
Larachmhor Gardens• 4.1km
Morroch Beach• 4.2km

Transport

SKL• 34.4km
Petrol Station• 3.7km
Morar• 3.4km

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

The coastline of Traigh 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 Traigh Beach?

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

Traigh Beach is partially protected from waves. 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 Traigh Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Traigh 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 Traigh Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Traigh 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.

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On the territory of the national park / reserve

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Traigh Beach.

There are 2 restaurants nearby.The Silver Sands Restaurant is the closest place located 3500 meters from the beach.

How far is the Traigh Beach from parking?

The Traigh 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 Traigh Beach?

There are 3 attractions near Traigh Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are River Morar Bridge located in 3 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Traigh 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 February with air temperature 8°C and water 8°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Traigh 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.Traigh 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.