A Black Isle beach a short drive from Chanonry Point's dolphin-watching spot, with the Moray Firth opening out ahead. Currents pick up near the Chanonry narrows, so stay closer to the main beach if you're not confident in open water.
Well-known Black Isle beach near Chanonry Point dolphin-watching site; robust.
Rosemarkie beach car park.
Direct beach access from car park.
Nairn
A SEPA-designated beach at the harbour end of Nairn, with dolphins occasionally showing in the Moray Firth beyond. SEPA advises…
Dochgarroch, near Inverness
A calm canal launch at Dochgarroch Lock leading out through the Bona Narrows into Loch Ness itself. The canal section is placid…
Dores, near Inverness
A shingle beach at the Loch Ness-spotting end of the loch, with the Dores Inn a short walk away. The water is deep close to sho…