Carradale Beach
Beach

Carradale Beach

Argyll and Bute

Dog Friendly Rating: 7/10 A popular sandy Kintyre east coast beach facing Arran with year-round unrestricted dog access, good facilities for a remote Argyll beach and excellent views of Arran's mountains.

Carradale Beach is a popular sandy beach on the east coast of Kintyre, facing Arran across Kilbrannan Sound. The village of Carradale has a harbour, a network farm with visitor facilities, and the beach is well maintained and regularly visited by local families. The views to Arran and the distinctive granite tors of Goatfell are excellent. The Carradale Network offers waymarked forest walks nearby.

No dog restrictions. Year-round dog access. One of the more accessible and family-friendly beaches on the Kintyre east coast.

At a Glance

Dog Access Year Round
Beach Type Sand
Tide Notes Sheltered Kilbrannan Sound. Calmer conditions than west Kintyre. Good swimming beach in settled conditions.
Facilities Carradale village has cafe and pub. Carradale Network visitor centre. Public toilets
Parking Car park at Carradale beach. Well signposted from the B842

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Carradale Beach is a great choice for dog owners. There are no dog restrictions in place, so your dog is welcome to run freely on this well-maintained sandy beach on the east coast of Kintyre.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Carradale Beach throughout the year with no seasonal restrictions. This makes it a reliable option for a coastal walk whatever the time of year.

Carradale Beach is well signposted from the B842 and has a car park right at the beach, making it easy to arrive and head straight onto the sand. The village has a café, pub, and public toilets nearby, and the Carradale Network visitor centre gives access to waymarked forest walks if you fancy extending your day out beyond the beach.

Location

Carradale

55.5897, -5.47

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