Best beaches in Dornoch

2 ranked beaches in Dornoch, Scotland

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

All beaches in Dornoch

1
Embo Beach
A secluded, sandy beach known for its peaceful atmosphere and natural beauty.

7.0

2

Tain Sands

A peaceful beach with soft sand and beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.

7.0

What makes Dornoch's beaches stand out?

Dornoch sits in Scotland, United Kingdom and is home to 2 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Dornoch or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.