Top Things to do in Caithness and Sutherland
Top Restaurants in Caithness and Sutherland
The 8 Best Nature & Wildlife Areas in Caithness and Sutherland, Scotland
Discover the best top things to do in Caithness and Sutherland, United Kingdom including Dunbeath Strath, Puffin Cove, Stoer Lighthouse, North West Highlands Geopark, Culag Woods, Little Assynt Estate, Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve, Falls of Shin.
Restaurants in Caithness and Sutherland
1. Dunbeath Strath
2. Puffin Cove
3. Stoer Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
Stoer Lighthouse is a fully furnished Self Catering Lighthouse located on Stoer Head, north of Lochinver in Sutherland, North West Scotland. The Lighthouse itself dates from the 1870's, has been recently refurbished to a high standard, and is now comprised of two flats each with 2 twin bedrooms, well appointed kitchen, bathroom and lounge.
Reviewed By Aggerstheone - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
It was quiet when we came and that was a blessing in it's self such an amazing place and panorama wow. Watch the decptive cliff edges and it will send the odd person wobbliekneed . But wonderfull definitley looking at renting one of the lighthouse flats wow
4. North West Highlands Geopark
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By LynneS630
We visited the geopark twice and enjoyed the visitor centre and walks at Knockan Crag. The information is well put together and the walks well marked and sensibly graded.
5. Culag Woods
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By leonardm687 - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
This is a lovely woodland area on the north west side of Lochinver town. Access is by one of two carparks or a gate opposite the primary school. It isn't a particularly large wood but we spent a good 90 minutes walking along the well defined paths and visiting the viewpoint and pebble beach. Part of the attraction is the varied landscape within the woodland area with small hills, rocky outcrops and little streams. The trees are mixed deciduous and conifer and are well established with an extensive variety of mosses and other plant life growing around and up the trees. It is a very engaging place and ideal for a shortish walk.
6. Little Assynt Estate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By leonardm687 - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
How refreshing to see a path laid out for folk with different mobility issues (and in the heart of the Highlands). This is a lovely area with a network of well maintained paths ideal for a walk of perhaps an hour or two. The scenery is varied with lochans, streams, moorland and wooded areas. There are a couple of lovely little bothies well placed to shelter from the rain or enjoy a picnic. At the time of our visit the toilet facilities were locked on account of the Covid 19 problems. There is car parking for perhaps ten cars at the main entrance. If you are looking for a shortish, safe and easy walk in a lovely environment this should suit you very well. There is no charge to enter but donations are welcomed.
7. Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By margareth273 - Leeds, United Kingdom
Just to be able to park in the designated parking areas and see harbour seals, numerous birds including curlews, terns, gulls, and cormorants, and an otter is fantastic. It is all so picturesque too. Just sit tight and get the binoculars out. It really is a beautiful place to be with nature. The best time is when the tide is out as all the sandbanks are viewable with the seals on them. The otter was spotted along the shoreline with the sun glistening off the shining body as he traversed the weed and rocks. So lovely to see everything.
8. Falls of Shin
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 573 reviews
The Falls of Shin are famous for being one of the best places in Scotland to view salmon in their natural habitat. The former Falls of Shin centre, nicknamed “Harrods of the North” was destroyed by fire in May 2013. This left a huge hole in the local economy and as a leading employer a vast number of jobs were lost overnight. Following this, local charity - Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust, raised project funding to rebuild the popular attraction. The Trust worked with the community, stakeholders, funders and the design team (CH Architecture) to develop the project. Falls of Shin was officially reopened in May 2017 with a day of celebrations for the local community. Since then we have welcomed visitors from around the world and recreated employment opportunities at the visitor centre. The site has a restaurant and gift shop (run by a private operator - Mac & Wild), playpark, mini golf, forest trails, and a viewing platform where people can watch the salmon leaping.
Reviewed By 827jerryl - Sea Girt, United States
Visited with dear friends while in Scotland on a cruise. They drove from their home in Aberdeenshire to meet us at the port and spend the day just catching up and enjoying much of what nature has to offer. We found the Falls of Shin just the right place... peaceful, beautiful, a great place for family. Noticed too, there is a charging station for electric vehicles! Lovely playground for kids, delicious treats in the small restaurant, perfect for coffee, cappuccino, tea, homemade scones and cakes with great service. Table service inside and out. A small but well stocked gift shop! The restaurant is handicap accessible Definitely would recommend
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