Opinan Beach
Highlands
Opinan Beach is a small, beautiful sandy cove south of Gairloch on the Wester Ross coast, sheltered by headlands and with the characteristic white shell sand and turquoise water of the west Highland coast. The beach is quiet and relatively unknown, popular mainly with locals and guests at nearby self-catering accommodation.
No dog restrictions apply. Year-round access.
At a Glance
- Dog Access
- Year Round
- Beach Type
- Sand
- Tide Notes
- Sheltered cove. West-facing Highland coast.
- Facilities
- No facilities. Gairloch for amenities
- Parking
- Small parking area at Opinan
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