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Portmahomack Beach is a lovely sheltered beach situated on the western edge of the pretty seaside village of Portmahomack. The beach faces west, making it an ideal destination for visitors looking for attractive sunsets. The beach is mainly sandy, backed by sea-grasses and curves gently round the bay.
The beach is popular with watersport enthusiasts, particularly during the warmer months. There are toilets and free parking available for visitors. The beach is also close to a caravan park, providing easy access to the beach.
The Tarbat peninsula, where Portmahomack Beach is located, is an area of outstanding natural beauty and is part of the Moray Firth conservation area. Visitors may be able to spot dolphins and even whales out at sea. The area is also home to the Tarbat Ness Lighthouse, one of the tallest of its kind in the British Isles, located at the tip of the peninsula.
The local area is rich in history and culture, with several interesting historical sites nearby. Portmahomack was an important hub during the time of the Picts, although they were likely driven out by Viking raiders. The Tarbat Discovery Centre is well worth a visit for those interested in learning more about the area's history.
Harbour Sand Rock
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| Chance of rain | 31% |
| Max temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 17°C |
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| Chance of rain | 30% |
| Min temperature | 14°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
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The tide at Portmahomack Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 12:30 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 6:26 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Campsite
Food available
Toilets
Shops
Slipway
Free parking.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
around 7 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 7 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 8 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 8 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 22 miles by road.
around 11 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 26 miles by road.
around 11 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 26 miles by road.
around 12 miles north as the seagull flies, around 32 miles by road.
around 14 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 15 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 72 miles by road.
around 16 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 77 miles by road.
around 17 miles south as the seagull flies, around 56 miles by road.
around 17 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 78 miles by road.
around 17 miles south as the seagull flies, around 55 miles by road.
around 20 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
around 20 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 82 miles by road.
around 21 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 26 miles by road.
around 22 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 83 miles by road.
around 23 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 40 miles by road or 27 miles on foot using coastal paths.
Location: Portmahomack
Location type: Rural
OS Grid: NH914843
Coordinates: 57°50'6"N 3°49'45"W
Mapcode: GBR J8X0.NMT
What 3 Words: eclipses.cooking.shampoo
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: IV20 1YS
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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