Best for intermediate divers, Up to 5m, shore entry, mild current.
Bow Fiddle Rock is a distinctive natural archway, locally known as the Whale's Mou, located off the East Coast of Scotland. This reef site offers snorkelers a unique perspective of the geology of the Moray Firth. The site is suitable for intermediate snorkelers, with depths ranging from the surface to 5 metres. Entry is via the shore. Conditions are variable, with visibility between 1 and 15 metres and mild currents. Hazards include potential entanglement, strong currents, and surf. The habitat supports a variety of temperate marine life, including reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region. Facilities at the site include parking and toilets.
57.70580, -2.84850
The rock is perfectly aligned facing east, allowing for sunrise photos where the sun may rise within the rock arch.
Follow the coastal path down from the car park on Addison Street to the pebble beach. The route involves steep and uneven paths.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
Up to 5m
Visibility
1-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
7-15°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug
The site supports a variety of temperate marine life, including reef fish and invertebrates expected for this habitat in the region.
No, this site is rated for intermediate snorkelers due to the presence of hazards such as strong currents and surf.
The depth at Bow Fiddle Rock ranges from the surface to 5 metres.
Access to the water is via the shore.
Yes, Bow Fiddle Rock is a snorkel site with a rating of 4 out of 5.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Bow Fiddle Rock in Portknockie. Water temperatures range from 7°C to 15°C.
The best months to visit Bow Fiddle Rock in Portknockie are June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Bow Fiddle Rock in Portknockie typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Bow Fiddle Rock in Portknockie typically ranges from 1 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
