Wild Swim Atlas

    Sandwood Bay

    Ullapool, Scottish HighlandsSea pool on Atlantic OceanSwimming possible

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    Getting there

    Sandwood Bay is a remote Atlantic beach backed by dunes and Sandwood Loch.

    Water
    Sea pool, Atlantic Ocean
    Lifeguard
    No lifeguard
    Dogs
    Dogs on leads
    Managed by
    John Muir Trust

    When you can swim

    Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers

    Getting there

    Walk about 10 km each way from Blairmore car park on a maintained but boggy path to the beach.

    58.5415, -5.0554

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    Rules to know before you go

    • Do not swim beyond the shallow area near the sand.
    • No camping on the beach.
    • Carry out all litter.

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    Questions about Sandwood Bay

    Can you swim at Sandwood Bay?

    Yes, swimming is possible, but strong Atlantic swell, undertow and cold water make it hazardous. Do not swim beyond the shallow area near the sand.

    Are dogs allowed at Sandwood Bay?

    Dogs on leads

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