Explore the white sandy beach at Dunnet Bay
A beautiful expanse of soft, white sands
This white, sandy beach between Dunnet and Castletown is long and wide, spanning over two miles of coastline. It is a great place to visit during your stay with us in Wick, only a half-hour drive away. The sheltered bay is popular for walking, relaxing, picnicking, paddling, surfing and water sports. It’s also a good spot for wildlife watching, as there are many seabirds in the bay, and you can sometimes see seals, or dolphins leaping out of the water.
Back to Wick and Mackays Hotel for a couple of nights. And not disappointed, as before, a lovely friendly welcome from the proprietor and given the room above the shortest street in the world (Ebeneezer Place, see Guinness Book of Records). Room splendid, food great, beer excellent, wine ditto, pleasant and helpful. Will be back again soon, a real home from home. Thanks to the Lamont family!
North Coast Watersports
For adventure seekers, Dunnet Bay is a fantastic location for surfing and water sports. North Coast Watersports runs surfing and stand-up paddleboarding lessons at Dunnet Bay. Beginners are welcome and it is a fantastic way to experience this magnificent beach. They also offer equipment hire for experienced surfers and paddle-boarders who may wish to hire a board and a wet suit.
Dunnet Bay Wildlife
A haven for wildlife
One of the highlights of a trip to Dunnet Bay is the abundance of wildlife around. Nature lovers will be in their element, with such a wide variety of seabirds. Look out for puffins, gannets, guillemots, razorbills, fulmars and kittiwakes. Dunnet Head is an RSPB Nature Reserve and sometimes they run guided tours and special activities. You may also spot seals and dolphins in the water.
Caithness beaches and bays
Find out more with our guide to local beaches
Plan your beach walks and activities with our See and Do Guide to Caithness and its glorious beaches. From the gorgeous Keiss Beach near Wick to the secluded spot of Peedie Sands. All within reach of our comfortable hotel and holiday homes.
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