Smoo Cave

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A838, Highland, IV27 4QA, Scotland

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This dramatic and spectacular sea cave is set into the limestone cliffs in Sutherland.Situated around a mile to the east of the town of Durness, the cave can be explored by boat or by the path from the car park on the cliffs. The cave boasts one of the largest entrances to any sea cave in Britain at 50 ft high and is floodlit inside. It was formed by a burn that runs down into the rear chamber, as well as erosion caused by the sea. No camping or overnight parking allowed.

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Lat: 58.563586 Lng: -4.721139

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CHowie86

Excellent point of interest. There's a little tour inside the cave which involves a short dinghy ride. The money you pay helps towards digging in the winter to find the 4th chamber. Worth going. Excellent views.

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This dramatic and spectacular sea cave is set into the limestone cliffs in Sutherland.Situated around a mile to the east of the town of Durness, the cave can be explored by boat or by the path from the car park on the cliffs. The cave boasts one of the largest entrances to any sea cave in Britain at 50 ft high and is floodlit inside. It was formed by a burn that runs down into the rear chamber, as well as erosion caused by the sea.

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