Cave

Smoo Cave

Durness, Scotland

Huge sea cave with a waterfall inside, a short walk from the car park.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
45 min

Smoo is a mix of sea cave and freshwater cave with an entrance about 40 m wide. Steps and walkways take you into the first chamber, where a waterfall drops through a hole in the roof. In summer a small boat tour goes into the inner chamber.

Good to know

  • Boat tours run in summer, weather dependent
  • Wear shoes with grip, the walkways are wet
  • Free car park and toilets at the top
Best time
Any time, good in rain too
Getting there
Car park with toilets, steps down to the cave
Vehicles
Campervans fine

Facilities

  • Rubbish bins
  • Toilets

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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