Discover the Ultimate North Coast 500 Adventure: An Introduction
The North Coast 500 (NC500) is a legendary road trip that spans over 500 miles of Scotland’s breathtaking North Highlands. This circular route, starting and ending in Inverness, takes you on a journey through stunning coastal scenery, charming villages, and rugged landscapes, offering an unforgettable adventure.
Planning Your NC500 Journey – Clockwise or Anti-Clockwise
When planning a NC500 road trip, one of the most debated topics is the direction of travel – clockwise or anti-clockwise? Both routes have their advantages, and ultimately, the choice is yours. For the purposes of this page we will take the Clockwise Route: But be aware that means tackling some of Scotland’s more challenging roads early on.
- 01 Inverness – (4 Day Stay).
- 02 Inverness to Applecross
- 03a photo locations in and around Applecross.
- 03b Applecross / Eilean Donan/Shieldaig
- 04 Applecross to Ullapool
- 05 Ullapool – (4 Day Stay)
- 06 Ullapool to Durness
- 07 Durness – (4 Day Stay)
- 08 Durness to Thurso
- 09 Thurso – (4 Day Stay)
- 10 Thurso to Dornoch
- 11 Dornoch – (4 Day Stay)
- 12 Dornoch to Dingwall
- 13 Photo Locations in and around Alness
- 14 Photo Locations in and around Dingwall
Regardless of the direction you choose, being prepared for Scotland’s unpredictable weather and varying road conditions is crucial.
This is part of our comprehensive guide that aims to help you plan and make the most of your NC500 journey, ensuring a memorable adventure through one of Scotland’s most beautiful regions.
By following these guidelines and tips as well as taking your cameras to the ‘Trophy’ and ‘Jewel’ locations we’ll identify in a series of posts, you’ll be well on your way to experiencing the ultimate NC500 adventure.