About Dornoch Beach
Dornoch Beach is one of the finest and most accessible beaches on the eastern NC500 — a vast, award-winning Blue Flag expanse of clean sand stretching for miles along the southern shore of the Dornoch Firth. The shallow, gently shelving sand makes it one of the safest swimming beaches on the whole route. The medieval town of Dornoch is just minutes away with its 13th-century cathedral, Royal Dornoch Golf Course (top 10 in the world), and charming town square.
Highlights
Award-winning Blue Flag beach
Miles of sand
Dolphin sightings possible
Views across Dornoch Firth
Medieval Dornoch town adjacent
🚐 Motorhome Tip
Large car park with excellent motorhome access. Dornoch Caravan and Camping Park is a 10-minute walk. All the town's amenities are within easy reach. One of the best all-round stops on the east coast.
Getting There
From the A9, turn off at the Dornoch junction and follow the B9168 to the town centre. Beach car park is signed.
Best Time to Visit
Year round. Summer for swimming. Autumn and winter for walking in solitude. Dolphins May–September.