Portmahomack Beach

About Portmahomack Beach

Portmahomack Beach is a gently sloping, picturesque sandy beach on the Tarbat Peninsula with safe, shallow swimming and a south-facing aspect making it one of the sunniest spots on the eastern route. The village of Portmahomack is a charming former fishing community with a good pub and café. The Tarbat Discovery Centre nearby houses remarkable finds from one of Scotland's most important Pictish monastery excavations.

Highlights

Gently sloping safe beach

Tarbat Ness Lighthouse (3 miles)

Tarbat Discovery Centre (Pictish monastery)

South-facing sunny aspect

Moray Firth views

🚐 Motorhome Tip Good car park with motorhome access. A detour off the A9 but worth it for the beach, Tarbat Ness Lighthouse and the Pictish museum. Combine into a half-day Tarbat Peninsula loop from Tain.

Getting There

From Tain, take the B9165 east across the Tarbat Peninsula to Portmahomack (10 miles).

Best Time to Visit

Year round. The south-facing beach catches maximum sunshine. Tarbat Discovery Centre open April–October.

Nearby Attractions

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Quick Facts

Region Easter Ross

Type 🏖️ Beach

Duration 1–2 hours

Admission 🆓 Free

For MH ✅ Friendly

NC500 Mile ~54

OS Grid NH 914 840

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