Big Sand

Big Sand (Scottish Gaelic: Sannda Mhòr) is a small remote crofting village in Highland, Scotland.^[1] It is situated on the shores of the Gair Loch and is 3+1⁄2 miles (5.5 kilometres) from Gairloch village. As the name suggests it is situated beside a large, unspoiled beach. Longa Island, a small uninhabited island, is easily visible.

Big Sand Scottish Gaelic: Sannda Mhòr
Big Sand Location within the Highland council area
OS grid reference	NG7579
Council area	Highland
Country	Scotland
Sovereign state	United Kingdom
Police	Scotland
Fire	Scottish
Ambulance	Scottish
List of places UK Scotland 57.74°N 05.78°W / 57.74; -05.78

The crofting village of North Erradale lies 1 mile (1.6 kilometres) northwest of Big Sand, along the coast road, with the village of Melvaig located 4 to 5 miles (6 to 8 kilometres) further north of North Erradale.

Stony beach at Big Sand, the sandy beach lies just south of here

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Transportation

The B8021 road links Big Sand to Gairloch and also North Erradale and Malvaig.

Tourism

Nearby is a popular campsite for tourists.