The River Thurso, which flows into the sea at one side of the beach, is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and the beach is popular with fossil hunters. This is Caithness' main town beach so the facilities, access and parking are all excellent. The beach itself is a mix of sand and rocks. The offshore reefs also make this a popular surfing location.
(Manonabeach.com)

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Adie

June 6, 2023

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Thurso beach is approximately 500 metres of sand, with rocky sections, stretching for about 500 meters alongside the town. To the east of the beach, the River Thurso flows into the bay, the real surf action takes place on the reefs off Thurso East.

Gerald Friedrich

May 4, 2025

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What a beautiful beach overlooking Scrabster. It's always special to walk along the seafront, watching and listening to the waves. Access to the beach was via a few steps at either end. On the day I visited, it was beautifully clean and the wind was blowing quite strongly. It's a truly superb location.

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1. Thurso Bay via Victoria Walk

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2. Thurso Bay, Harbour and Distillery loop

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02:41

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3. Holborn Head Lighthouse – The Clett Sea Stack loop from Scrabster

15.6km

04:09

150m

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Location: Thurso, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Thurso Beach

1. Thurso Bay via Victoria Walk

2. Thurso Bay, Harbour and Distillery loop

3. Holborn Head Lighthouse – The Clett Sea Stack loop from Scrabster

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