The Top 6 Caves around Carnoustie
Looking to visit a cave around Carnoustie on your next adventure? To help you better plan your next outdoor experience, we’ve collected Carnoustie’s 6
best caves for you. Based on the experiences of other users, each is a recommendation you know you can trust — so you can better plan your next adventure.
best caves for you. Based on the experiences of other users, each is a recommendation you know you can trust — so you can better plan your next adventure.
Last updated: December 5, 2025
Light Cave
Highlight • Cave
The Light Cave is located just right of the Dark Cave. It also takes you to the beach „on the other side“. It is not accessible if the tide is high.
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Carlingheugh Bay
Highlight • Cave
Along the Cliff Trail you will come to this stunning beach. You can either hike above it or directly at the shore. There are some interesting caves at the northern …
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Arbroath Red Sandstone Cliffs
Highlight (Segment) • Natural Monument
The red sandstone cliffs along from Arbroath make an interesting costal walk. The path is tarmac, and easy to follow, though there are still a couple of narrow sections to …
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Mermaid's Kirk Cove
Highlight • Natural
Mermaid‘s Kirk is accessible by foot and by boat from the sea. It is located below the Cliff Trail and just left of the Needle‘s Eye.
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The Crusie Sea Cave and Blowhole
Highlight • Cave
A subtidal sea cave at the end of a tidal inlet/geo, the name 'The Crusie' refers to a prominent blow hole on the west side of the inlet.
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