Best beaches in Inverness

6 ranked beaches in Inverness, 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 Inverness

1
Auldearn Beach

A peaceful and secluded beach ideal for long walks and enjoying the tranquility of the area.

7.0

2

Balintore Beach

A quiet beach with golden sands and great for walks, located in a small fishing village.

7.0

3

Chanonry Point

A well-known beach with pebble shores and great views of the dolphins in the Moray Firth.

7.0

4

Inverness Beach

A quiet, hidden beach located near Inverness, perfect for a peaceful day by the water.

7.0

5

Nairn Beach

A beautiful sandy beach with great facilities, ideal for families and seaside strolls.

7.0

6

The Black Isle Beach

A secluded beach offering beautiful views of the coast and great for those seeking solitude.

7.0

What makes Inverness's beaches stand out?

Inverness sits in Scotland, United Kingdom and is home to 6 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 Inverness or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.