Places to stay (11)
Canisbay - Ferry View
A small, family-owned eco site that’s close to JOG and handy for the ferry. tel: 07591 540 400 email: info@ferryview.scot
Dunnet - Dunnet Bay Campsite
A great site on the grasslands behind the huge beach at Dunnet Bay. Great location close to Castle of Mey. tel: 01847 821 319 email: dunnetbay@camc.com
Bettyhill - Craigdhu, Bettyhill Caravan and Campsite
A small campsite in Bettyhill, with good views over Farr Bay. tel: 07810 021 614 or 07979 840 313 email: bettyhillcaravanandcampsite@gmail.com
Melvich - North Coast Touring Park
Attached to the Halladale Inn, this is a great site that’s been updated recently. It’s now one of the best facilities on the north coast. Really nice people, good food in the pub and a fantastic location. tel: 01641 531 282 email: info@northcoasttouringpark.co.uk
Dunnet - North Shore Surf Club
Facilities can be used for a donation to the surf club. Be generous. tel: email:
Thurso - Thurso Bay Caravan and Camping Park
Nice site on the beach at Thurso. Handy for the town surf, if you are that way inclined. tel: 01847 892 244 email: stay@thursobaycamping.co.uk
Thurso - Murkle Caravan Park
A small site near Dunnet Head. Handy for ferries. tel: 07522 313 559 email: murklecaravanpark@gmail.com
Durness - Sango Sands Oasis
A big site with amazing views in the north coast village of Durness. On-site bar and above a lovely beach. tel: 01971 511 726 email: stay@sangosands.com
Durness - Sango-beag Motorhome Stopover
ÂŁ10 per night to stay overlooking the beach at Sangobeg. No facilities. tel: 07933 991 440 or 01971 511 780 email:
Durness - Balnakeil Motorhome Stopover
A few pitches available next to the craft village. EHU and water. ÂŁ20 per night (cash only). tel: 07597 192 448 email:
Durness - Smoo Motorhome Stopover
Launderette and food truck on site adjacent to Smoo Cave. tel: 01641 521 805 email: kpateraki@hotmail.com
Attractions (11)
The Castle of Mey
Owned and loved by the Queen Mother and renovated by her in 1954, now the summer gaff of Charlie. In between times you can go see the old pile…
Dunnet Head
The most northerly point in mainland Britain and an RSPB reserve.
Bettyhill - Strathnaver Museum
An interesting museum that looks at rural life in the Naver valley, including lots of information about the Clearances.
Bettyhill - North Coast Leisure Centre
It’s tiny but if you need a swim, the only place to go.
Thurso - Community Café
A space for locals and visitors. All profits to the community.
Thurso - Olive
A lovely community hub and cafe in the heart of Thurso. Good food and coffee.
Ard Neakie Lime Kilns
Famous stop off on the NC500 and very picturesque. Park and walk.
Durness - Golden Eagle Zipline
Just turn up and whizz across the bay to great views. Parking nearby.
Durness - Smoo Cave
The largest sea cave in the UK, with boat trips to the inner sanctum when the weather allows. Otherwise just wander in.
Bettyhill - Strathnaver Trail
An archaeological trail that follows the River Naver from Bettyhill south and includes 29 sites.
Bettyhill - Crumbs Cake Cupboard
Literally a cupboard at the side of the road selling lovely cakes and pastries. You will not be disappointed by their sausage rolls. Wish we’d bought more. Find it just outside Bettyhill, heading west.