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Sango Sands is a small sandy cove characterised by scattered rocky outcrops, providing panoramic views of the North Minch. The beach is situated within easy walking distance of Sango village and is one of the most northerly beaches in mainland Scotland. The sandy beach is divided into three smaller coves by a series of rocky outcrops, with various rocks, stacks, and skerries scattered along the shore.
The back of the beach varies in geography, with steep dunes and machair making up large sections, and sheer cliffs of Creag Thairbhe to the east. The beach is close to Durness and is easily accessible, making it a comparatively popular destination for the area. However, due to its remote location, visitors can still expect a peaceful and uncrowded experience.
Many visitors to the beach come from the Sango Sands campsite, located directly above the beach. A short walk out to any of the nearby headlands will reveal breathtaking views of the North Minch, a busy shipping lane and a good spot for spotting dolphins and, if lucky, a whale. The nearby cove to the east of the beach is home to the famous Smoo Cave, the largest sea cave in Britain.
Sand Rock
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 84% |
| Max temperature | 13°C |
| feels like | 13°C |
| Wind 14mph |  |
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| Chance of rain | 96% |
| Min temperature | 10°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
| Wind 16mph |  |
The tide at Sango Sands is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 5:03 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 10:55 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Campsite
Toilets
Shops
Free parking.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
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Smoo Cave (0.8 miles)
Balnakeil Craft Village (0.9 miles)
Durness Golf Club (1.4 miles)
Balnakeil Bay (1.5 miles)
All distances are approximate
around 22 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 26 miles by road.
around 27 miles east as the seagull flies, around 51 miles by road.
around 30 miles east as the seagull flies, around 54 miles by road.
Location: Diuranais (Durness)
Location type: Rural
OS Grid: NC408678
Coordinates: 58°34'8"N 4°44'17"W
Mapcode: GBR G6P2.L9W
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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: IV27 4PY
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