18 – 32 KM
Grade B
Rubha Rèidh provides the most dramatic and challenging of the Wester Ross headlands and offers a committing coastline with tidal streams as well as cliffs, arches and sea stacks. It also hides a fantastic sandy beach, which gives views across to the Outer Hebrides as well as the surrounding cliff architecture.
18 – 32 KM
No Landing Zones
Coastal Paddling
Tidal Movement
Surf Landing
Vehicle Shuttle
Grade B
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The stunning and remote beach at Camas Mor
The cliffs, arches and caves found on route
The lighthouse & old jetty at Rubha Reidh
The wartime remains and associated history of Loch Ewe
The views to Skye, the Outer Hebrides and NW Highlands
The sheltered water, picturesque villages and sandy beaches of Loch Ewe
Useful Links and/or Updates
There is a well appointed campsite at Big Sand http://www.sandscaravanandcamping.co.uk as well as a very basic camp field behind the beach at Gaineamh Smo.
For cafes check out The Bridge Cottage cafe at Poolewe or the Mountain Coffee Company cafe at Gairloch
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