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Redpoint North Beach

Beach

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Coastal

Walking, Photography, Swimming

Spring to Autumn

Photo: Richard Dorrell via Geograph.org.uk

Redpoint North Beach is a broad beach of red-pink sand backed by grassy dunes at Redpoint, at the end of a single-track road south of Gairloch in Wester Ross. The unusual colour of the sand comes from crushed shells and the local red sandstone, and a short path leads through the dunes to the shore f...

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

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Staycations nearby

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Food:

Staycations:

4 overnight parking

The Badachro Inn - Badachro​

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Redpoint North Beach?
Wester Ross hosts this remote sandy shore on the scenic northwest coast of Scotland. Visitors reach the destination by navigating the narrow coastal roads through the Highlands.

What type of place is Redpoint North Beach?
Redpoint North Beach is a sandy coastal bay in the Wester Ross area of northwest Scotland.

When is the best time to visit Redpoint North Beach?
Spring to autumn brings the finest weather for walking along the empty shoreline and exploring the rocky outcrops. Clear autumn afternoons offer particularly spectacular sunsets that paint the entire horizon orange.

What can you do at Redpoint North Beach?
Walking across the fine golden sand allows you to search for marine life in the intricate rock pools. Photography enthusiasts often capture the dramatic sandstone formations, while brave souls enjoy swimming in the clear blue sea.

How long should I spend at Redpoint North Beach?
Spending a couple of hours gives you ample time to walk the coast and enjoy the profound feeling of absolute solitude. A longer stay works perfectly if you want to sit on the sands and watch the evening light submerge into the North Atlantic.

Where do I park at Redpoint North Beach?
Motorists can use the four available spaces near the coast, which consist entirely of four overnight parking spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Redpoint North Beach?
The Badachro Inn - Badachro provides a meal nearby, offering one spot to get food after your coastal walk. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Redpoint North Beach?
There are no staycation spots recorded immediately near Redpoint North Beach, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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