Luskentyre beach, Sand beach in Outer Hebrides, Scotland
Luskentyre is a sand beach on the western coast of Harris Island with white sand and clear turquoise water. The shoreline extends for several kilometers and is framed by the mountains of North Harris.
The beach sits within a traditional Scottish landscape where generations of island residents practiced small-scale farming and fishing. This pattern of land use continues to shape the region today.
Local residents maintain their Gaelic heritage through traditional practices, including the production of Harris Tweed in nearby settlements.
The beach is reached via a single-track road from the A859 with parking and basic facilities at the northern end. At low tide the beach becomes significantly wider, allowing walks far out toward the sea.
During low tide, the beach expands into a vast sandy expanse where the mountains of North Harris create a natural amphitheater around the bay.
Location: Outer Hebrides
GPS coordinates: 57.88570,-6.95640
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:50
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