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Melvich Bay

Highland, Scotland


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Melvich Bay is a picturesque beach located in the Highland region of Scotland, offering a serene and natural environment for visitors to enjoy. .

The beach at Melvich Bay features golden sands, dunes, and a rocky outcrop to the west, with the estuary of the River Halladale situated to the east. The crescent-shaped beach is backed by sand dunes that are covered with wild flowers in the spring, creating a beautiful and vibrant landscape.

Melvich Bay is situated near the hamlet of Portskerra and can be accessed via a short and narrow track signposted off the A896. From here, it is a short walk through the dunes to reach the beach. The secluded bay is overlooked by Bighouse Lodge, a historic building constructed in 1765 as a home for the Chief of Clan Mackay.

The beach at Melvich Bay is a popular spot for surfers, with many considering it one of the area's best surf spots. At low tide, the vast expanse of golden sand provides ample space for visitors to relax and enjoy the surroundings. The beach is also dog-friendly, making it an ideal destination for pet owners.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 4 June

Today
Chance of rain 77%
Max temperature 13°C
feels like 13°C
Wind 13mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 99%
Min temperature 9°C
feels like 11°C
Wind 15mph

The tide at Melvich Bay is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 5:57 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 12:11 AM tomorrow.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Location: Bighouse

Location type: Rural

Nearest village: Mealabhaich (Melvich)

OS Grid: NC887649

Coordinates: 58°33'30"N 3°54'48"W

Mapcode: GBR J6Q3.D1F

What 3 Words: waters.talkers.inspects

Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.

Country: Scotland

Local Authority: Highland

Nearest postcode: KW14 7YJ

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