About Keiss Beach
Keiss Beach is a pleasant sandy beach in the quiet fishing village of Keiss on the east Caithness coast. The beach is sheltered and clean, with the ruins of Keiss Castle — a 16th-century tower house — providing a picturesque backdrop. Nearby Sinclair and Girnigoe Castles at Noss Head (5 miles south) are among the most dramatic castle ruins in Scotland, standing on the very edge of sea cliffs.
Highlights
Keiss Castle ruins above the beach
Active fishing harbour
Sheltered sandy beach
Sinclair & Girnigoe Castles nearby
Quiet east coast setting
🚐 Motorhome Tip
Limited layby parking — not suitable for large motorhomes. Make the short detour to Sinclair and Girnigoe Castles at Noss Head — hugely impressive and rarely visited. Wick (8 miles south) has full facilities.
Getting There
On the A99 between John o'Groats and Wick. Turn into Keiss village and follow to the harbour.
Best Time to Visit
Year round. Combine with Sinclair/Girnigoe Castles for a superb coastal history excursion.