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Dunnet And Canisbay

Peedie Sands Beach – Dunnet Bay loop from Dunnet

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Dunnet And Canisbay

Peedie Sands Beach – Dunnet Bay loop from Dunnet

Easy

4.7

(3)

7

hikers

Peedie Sands Beach – Dunnet Bay loop from Dunnet

01:27

5.25km

100m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Hotel

1

2.64 km

Unmarked Grave

Highlight • Monument

2

2.67 km

Peedie Sands Beach

Highlight • Beach

3

2.75 km

View of Guttery Geo Beach and Cliffs

Highlight • Viewpoint

Dunnet Bay is fairly sheltered from the elements, with this section on the South facing coast of Dunnet Head particularly so. Excellent wildlife spotting opportunities.

Tip by

4

3.49 km

Small Pier

Highlight • Structure

5

3.67 km

Dunnet Bay

Highlight • Beach

A great sweeping arc of white sandy beach to the south of Dunnet Head.

Good surf break if you are staying here and want something other than running to occupy …

Tip by

6

4.05 km

Mary-Ann's Cottage

Highlight • Historical Site

Longhouse Museum - limited opening times

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Tip by

B

5.25 km

End point

Hotel

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.16 km

1.27 km

536 m

170 m

121 m

Surfaces

3.02 km

790 m

521 m

496 m

263 m

170 m

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Highest point (70 m)

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Wednesday 21 October

11°C

5°C

75 %

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