About Melvich

Melvich village is located in Highland United Kingdom, and famous for its turquoise water, whose crystal clarity is incredible! This increases the level of beach recreation, since the better the water, the more pleasant it is to be in it! But don't be too cool!

Good for Relax

Melvich Beach

Melvich 0.5 km
Very good
8.3
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Large low tide • Distant parking
0.5 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Strathy Beach

Strathy 0.9 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Large low tide • Distant parking
2.5 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Sandside Bay Beach

Fresgoe 0.4 km
Good
7.2
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Large low tide
1.7 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Armadale Beach

Armadale 0.8 km
Pleasant
6.9
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Large low tide • Distant parking
3 Amenities index

Portskerra Beach

Portskerra 0.9 km
Pleasant
6.8
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Rocks cover • Rocks bottom • Aqua socks necessarily
1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Drumhollistan Beach

Bighouse 2.9 km
Pleasant
6.8
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Picturesque • Difficult access • Large low tide • Mountain trail > 500m
0.5 Amenities index

Resting by the sea for each traveler is associated with different activities. Someone loves complete relaxation and silence, while others need activity. Our configurator will always help you choose a beach that meets your personal needs.

If a beach holiday for you is primarily the sound of the surf, the cries of seagulls over the pier and leisurely walks along the coast, then you are definitely a fan of calm beaches. The most popular beaches for such a holiday in the vicinity of Melvich are Melvich Beach, Strathy Beach, Sandside Bay Beach.

The list of available beach activities is certainly important, but for many travelers it is not a determining factor when choosing a vacation spot. Below you will find some information about the natural features of the beaches of Melvich, we hope that this information will help you find the place of your dreams.

The beaches of village are mainly wide. According to reviews of major beach experts and vacationers, most beaches have a high level of cleanliness. Sandy beaches dominate the rest!

As pebble rocky beaches are common here, it's recommended to bring aqua shoes if you're sensitive to it. This way, your vacation will be as comfortable as possible.

Usually, the depth increases very smoothly. If this is important to you, always use our filter to check for a particular beach.

2 out of 6 beaches in Melvich are partially protected from waves. These protections can be natural or man-made structures. If you're visiting the area during unstable weather, we recommend carefully choosing a place to swim, as high waves may not always be safe. Our filter can help you find a suitable beach.

It's worth noting that 5 beaches in Melvich have a significant tidal range. This means that the water can recede from the shore for a long distance and vice versa, causing unexpected situations for you or your belongings. Keep this in mind when planning your beach activities and be sure to check our filter for information on tidal ranges.

Latest reviews on Melvich's beaches

Strathy Beach
10 Patyno Jansen

This beach in Caithness is truly iconic. It offers a delightful cave for sleeping and a refreshing natural shower. When the tide is low, you can easily access small beaches towards the east. Additionally, there is an abundance of wild hares to observe, making it a great source of entertainment for children.

Sandside Bay Beach
10 Alar

Yet another stunning beach located along the northern coast of Scotland. It is worth noting that there is a nuclear power plant in close proximity, with a sign cautioning visitors about the presence of radioactive metal particles on the beach. However, it is important to emphasize that there is no need for alarm regarding this discovery.

Armadale Beach
10 Lorena McKinley

The path leading to the beach is absolutely delightful. The beach itself is truly amazing, with stunning views all around. What's even better is that I had the entire beach to enjoy all by myself.

Portskerra Beach
10 Abou Benyamin

Winkles and Limpets, seals and salmon, and fantastic surfing opportunities make this beach truly exceptional.

The warmest month during the year in this area is August, with the air temperature rising up to 14.9°C and the water temperature up to 13.9°C. The coldest month is January, with the air temperature dropping down to 7.3°C and the water temperature down to 8.6°C.