Siginish

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Siginish

Tidal channel from Rubha Dubh There&#039;s a maze of muddy tidal channels here. The OS map indicates sand, but only the foolish, or those with chest waders would be tempted to cross these muddy channels. — Tidal channel from Rubha Dubh Credit: Gordon Hatton

Siginish is a notable coastal feature located in Inverness-shire, a county in the Highland region of Scotland. It is specifically identified as a headland or point, jutting out into the Atlantic Ocean. Situated on the western coast of the county, Siginish offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape and the vast expanse of the ocean.

The headland is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, with steep cliffs that drop down into the sea below. The coastline is interspersed with small coves and rocky outcrops, adding to the dramatic and picturesque nature of the area. The headland is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with seabirds nesting on the cliffs and seals often seen basking on the rocks.

Siginish is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. It offers excellent opportunities for hiking and exploring the coastline, with various trails and paths that wind along the headland. The area is also renowned for its fishing, attracting anglers who seek to catch a variety of fish species found in the rich waters off the coast.

The headland is easily accessible by road, with a nearby car park that provides convenient parking for visitors. From there, a short walk leads to the headland, where panoramic views of the ocean and surrounding countryside await.

Overall, Siginish is a captivating coastal feature that showcases the natural beauty and ruggedness of the Inverness-shire coastline. Its stunning cliffs, diverse wildlife, and picturesque views make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to immerse themselves in Scotland's natural wonders.

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Siginish Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.640491/-7.2115424 or Grid Reference NF8973. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Tidal channel from Rubha Dubh

There's a maze of muddy tidal channels here. The OS map indicates sand, but only the foolish, or those with chest waders would be tempted to cross these muddy channels.

Gordon Hatton

Loch na Leacaich Shoreline

A view along the shoreline of Loch na Leacaich, with the peaked hill of Crogearraidh Mor is the far distance.

G Kilpatrick

Blathaisbhal stone row

A stone row composed of three stones. Like most rows it is far from straight (Scale 1m). Link

Sandy Gerrard

View towards Loch an Duin

The distant water translates as the Loch of the Dun, with the remains of Dun Torcuill in the middle distance [centre of photo]. The convoluted outline of the loch includes two other dun sites, both well out of sight from this point by the road.

Gordon Hatton

Loch Dheoir

Loch Dheoir is the name given to this area of salt water where a maze of channels eventually connect with the open sea close to Lochmaddy.

Gordon Hatton

Dun Torcuill

A view from an adjoining square towards this iron age broch in Loch an Duin. The walls are said to be up to 4m thick and 3m high, but approach on land is very difficult.

Gordon Hatton

On Blathaisbhal

A fine appreciation of the mix of land and water that is North Uist. I always think of North Uist as a reverse of the Stockholm Archipelago - more land than water, just rather than the other way around.

Richard Webb

A865 below Blathaisbhal

Richard Webb

Airigh Nan Luchag shieling

A ruined shieling (Scale 1m). Link

Sandy Gerrard

Airigh Nan Luchag shieling

Shielings are often difficult to spot but this one comes with its own signpost. Link

Sandy Gerrard

Sea loch at Aileodair

View from the loch side picnic area.

Sandy Gerrard

Cama Lochan

Beinn Mhor in the background.

Dave Fergusson

Loch Blathaisbhal

In the distance on the left can be seen Crogearraidh na Thabha rising to 154m

Stuart Wilding

Loch Blathaisbhal

A ruined house stands on the shore and in the distance can be seen the hills of Skye

Stuart Wilding

Ruins of a croft house on the shore of Loch Blathaisbhal

Dannie Calder

Tidal rapid draining Loch Dheoir

Behind Lochmaddy is an area of shallow lagoons filled and drained by the tides each day. Where the tide runs between the rocks, tidal rapids are formed like this one in a narrows which drains Loch Dheoir towards Loch Blathaisbhal during the ebb.

Andy Waddington

Paddling hard to ascend tidal rapid in Loch Blathaisbhal

The Lochs behind Lochmaddy are tidal lagoons, connected by narrow channels. As the ebb tide drains the upper lochs, tidal rapids form, opposing progress by sea kayakers. There are three channels up from Loch Blathaisbhal towards the northwest, of which this was the narrowest, shallowest but least fast-flowing, so with a bit of a struggle we managed to paddle up this one. Had we managed to coincide our trip with the flood, we would have been helped on our way, and could have used to ebb to speed us on the way back.

Andy Waddington