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    Sand Beach

    Big Sand, North Erradale, Scottish HighlandsSea pool on GairlochYes, seasonal

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    Designated sand and shingle bathing beach beside Big Sand, west of Gairloch, used for swimming, boating and snorkelling.

    Water
    Sea pool, Gairloch
    Managed by
    Highland Council

    When you can swim

    Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers

    Getting there

    Sand Beach is near North Erradale, Scottish Highlands. Use the coordinates below in your maps app, and check road access with the land manager before you go.

    57.7345, -5.7659

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    Rules to know before you go

    • Do not bathe during or for 1–2 days after heavy rainfall.

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