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Tarbat Ness Lighthouse – Portmahomack Beach loop from Portmahomack

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Tarbat Ness Lighthouse – Portmahomack Beach loop from Portmahomack

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Tarbat Ness Lighthouse – Portmahomack Beach loop from Portmahomack

03:15

12.6km

70m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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4.71 km

Tarbat Ness Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

The north part of the peninsula is a great spot to stop for a rest. Try and see if you can spot Norway out to the east.

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4.86 km

I recommend wearing clothing that covers your legs during the summer months for the return section from Tarbatness lighthouse by the Moray Firth shore back to Portmahomack. The grass is long on the shore and the ticks are lively!

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4.97 km

View of the Caithness Coast from Tarbat Ness

Highlight • Viewpoint

The view towards the caithness coast from Tarbat Ness.

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5.87 km

Tarbat Ness Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Mid 19th Century lighthouse that is now a private residence. The views are great from the tip of the peninsula though so it's well worth a visit.

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11.5 km

Portmahomack Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

Portmahomack is a charming coastal village located in the Scottish Highlands. Situated on the Tarbat Peninsula, it offers stunning views of the Dornoch Firth and the North Sea. Whilst visiting, …

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12.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.2 km

1.19 km

889 m

326 m

Surfaces

9.63 km

1.77 km

889 m

198 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 18 July

20°C

9°C

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Tarbat Ness Lighthouse – Portmahomack Beach loop from Portmahomack

Tarbat Ness Lighthouse

Tarbat Ness Lighthouse

View of the Caithness Coast from Tarbat Ness

Tarbat Ness Lighthouse

Portmahomack Beach

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