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Cappadale Sands

Beach in Ross-shire

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Cappadale Sands

Baile-na-Cille, Lewis, 1989
Baile-na-Cille, Lewis, 1989 Credit: Nigel Thompson

Cappadale Sands is a stunning beach located in the picturesque Ross-shire region of Scotland. Situated on the northwestern coast, this beautiful beach offers visitors a tranquil and scenic escape from the bustling city life.

With its soft golden sands stretching for over a mile, Cappadale Sands is a perfect destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat. The beach is surrounded by rolling sand dunes that provide a natural barrier from the wind, creating a calm and sheltered environment. The crystal-clear waters of the North Sea gently lap against the shore, inviting visitors to take a refreshing dip or enjoy various water sports activities.

Nature lovers will be delighted by the diverse wildlife that calls Cappadale Sands home. The beach is a haven for birdwatchers, as numerous species of seabirds, such as gulls, terns, and oystercatchers, can be spotted along the coast. The dunes also provide a habitat for a variety of plant species, including marram grass and sea buckthorn.

Cappadale Sands offers more than just natural beauty; it also boasts excellent facilities. Visitors can find ample parking nearby, with convenient access to the beach. There are also public toilets and a picnic area, perfect for a leisurely lunch while enjoying the stunning surroundings.

Whether you are looking to relax, explore nature, or engage in water activities, Cappadale Sands is a hidden gem on the Scottish coast that promises an unforgettable experience.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 58.180484/-7.0414241 or Grid Reference NB0332. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Baile-na-Cille, Lewis, 1989
Baile-na-Cille, Lewis, 1989
Cappadale Sands
Cappadale Sands
Beach and headland at Carnais
Beach and headland at Carnais
Beach at Carnais
Beach at Carnais
Wooden sculpture of a Lewis Knight Chess Piece at the Abhainn Dearg Distillery car park
Wooden sculpture of a Lewis Knight Chess Piece at the Abhainn Dearg Distillery car park
Tom A small tidal island near Carnais.
Tom
A small tidal island near Carnais.
The Gravel Pits at Carnais, on the Red River, Uig, Lewis The Abhainn Dearg Distillery lies to the left of the picture. The Red River - Ahbainn Dearg flows to the sea at the foot of the scree slope, but is shown on the OS Sheet as Abhainn Caslabhat.
The Gravel Pits at Carnais, on the Red River, Uig, Lewis
The Abhainn Dearg Distillery lies to the left of the picture. The Red River - Ahbainn Dearg flows to the sea at the foot of the scree slope, but is shown on the OS Sheet as Abhainn Caslabhat.
Waterlogged Lazybeds After a day of torrential rain, the old lazybeds at Eadar Dha Fhadail (Ardroil) are almost submerged by flooding.
Waterlogged Lazybeds
After a day of torrential rain, the old lazybeds at Eadar Dha Fhadail (Ardroil) are almost submerged by flooding.
Cappadale Sands The map names this arm of Tràigh Uige as Cappadale Sands. As the tide is in, the sand is only visible through the water, giving it that characteristic Hebridean turquoise colour. It would have been even better in sunshine. The hill on the skyline is Forsnabhal (205 metres), and the houses at the far side of the bay are at Timsgearraidh.
Cappadale Sands
The map names this arm of Tràigh Uige as Cappadale Sands. As the tide is in, the sand is only visible through the water, giving it that characteristic Hebridean turquoise colour. It would have been even better in sunshine. The hill on the skyline is Forsnabhal (205 metres), and the houses at the far side of the bay are at Timsgearraidh.
Càrnais (Carinish) Two cottages overlooking Tràigh Lèire at the head of Cappadale Sands in Uig Bay.
Càrnais (Carinish)
Two cottages overlooking Tràigh Lèire at the head of Cappadale Sands in Uig Bay.
Wooden King, Uig Sculpture based on one of the famous Lewis chessmen, sited close to the cemetery at Uig. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wooden King, Uig
Sculpture based on one of the famous Lewis chessmen, sited close to the cemetery at Uig. LinkExternal link
Track to Uig Sands Paralleled by a grassy footpath across the machair. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Track to Uig Sands
Paralleled by a grassy footpath across the machair. LinkExternal link
Sand Dunes at Uig Flanking the wide expanses of sand flats at Uig Bay. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Sand Dunes at Uig
Flanking the wide expanses of sand flats at Uig Bay. LinkExternal link
Outflow at Tràigh Ùige Rivermouth where the outflow is hemmed beneath rocky crags. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Outflow at Tràigh Ùige
Rivermouth where the outflow is hemmed beneath rocky crags. LinkExternal link
Loidse Uig Uig Lodge, large hilltop mansion overlooking the expanses of Tràigh Ùige. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Loidse Uig
Uig Lodge, large hilltop mansion overlooking the expanses of Tràigh Ùige. LinkExternal link
Dun Borrainais Remains of an Early Iron Age fort below a rocky promontory at Uig Sands. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Dun Borrainais
Remains of an Early Iron Age fort below a rocky promontory at Uig Sands. LinkExternal link
Footbridge at Uig Sands 1980 wooden footbridge connecting Traigh Uige with the rocky promontory above Dun Borranais. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Footbridge at Uig Sands
1980 wooden footbridge connecting Traigh Uige with the rocky promontory above Dun Borranais. LinkExternal link
Borranais a Muigh The northern end of Traigh Uige's expanses of sand flats with the 1980 footbridge across the river close to Dun Borranais. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Borranais a Muigh
The northern end of Traigh Uige's expanses of sand flats with the 1980 footbridge across the river close to Dun Borranais. LinkExternal link
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Cappadale Sands is located at Grid Ref: NB0332 (Lat: 58.180484, Lng: -7.0414241)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///above.kidney.cashew. Near Carloway, Na h-Eileanan Siar

Nearby Locations

Abhainn an Àth' Dheirg Cappadale Sands Tràigh Lèire Gob Fhlath Cnoc nam Brisgein Creag Bhrithe Geodha

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