Stoer Lighthouse stands on Stoer Head, a blunt Atlantic headland north of Lochinver where the Assynt coast feels properly exposed. The lighthouse is part of the Stevenson engineering tradition that shaped so much of Scotland's coastline, and the white tower looks especially sharp against rough grass, dark rock, and a restless sea.
Most visitors come as part of a drive or walk around the Point of Stoer, often combining it with the coastal path toward the Old Man of Stoer. Weather changes quickly here, and wind is part of the experience, so bring layers even on a bright day. The real pleasure is not just the lighthouse but the whole edge-of-the-map setting.