Màs na Garra

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Màs na Garra

Steinis and sea between Scalpay and the Mainland View from Scalpay Bridge.
Steinis and sea between Scalpay and the Mainland Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Màs na Garra is a prominent coastal feature located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is a headland or point that juts out into the North Atlantic Ocean, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

Situated at approximately 57° 50' 4" N, 5° 28' 37" W, Màs na Garra is characterized by its towering cliffs, rugged terrain, and rocky shoreline. The headland is composed of a variety of rock types, including granite and schist, which have been shaped by the erosive forces of the ocean over thousands of years.

The area is known for its diverse wildlife and is a popular spot for birdwatching. Visitors can often spot seabirds such as gannets, puffins, and kittiwakes soaring above the cliffs or nesting in the nooks and crannies. Additionally, seals and dolphins can sometimes be seen playing in the waters surrounding Màs na Garra.

Hiking enthusiasts are drawn to the headland for its challenging coastal trails, which offer stunning panoramic views of the ocean and the surrounding countryside. The area is also rich in archaeological sites, with ancient stone circles and burial mounds scattered throughout the landscape.

Màs na Garra is easily accessible by road, with a parking area located nearby. Visitors are advised to take caution while exploring the headland, as the cliffs can be steep and the terrain can be uneven. It is recommended to wear appropriate footwear and to follow any safety guidelines or signposts in the area.

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Màs na Garra Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.885256/-6.7316256 or Grid Reference NG1998. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Steinis and sea between Scalpay and the Mainland View from Scalpay Bridge.
Steinis and sea between Scalpay and the Mainland
View from Scalpay Bridge.
Caolas Scalpaigh, Black house and White house
Caolas Scalpaigh, Black house and White house
Cuddy Point, Isle of Scalpay The pier at Cuddy Point, on the west side of Scalpay was built in 1899 and has historically served as the main landing point on the island for mail boats, supply vessels, fishing boats and - more recently - a growing number of fish farm vessels. 

Although there is now a local authority pier in the main village, this suffers from landing restrictions and Cuddy Point Pier - known locally as the Old Mail Boat Pier, is still widely used for deep-water landing of medium and large vessels.
Cuddy Point, Isle of Scalpay
The pier at Cuddy Point, on the west side of Scalpay was built in 1899 and has historically served as the main landing point on the island for mail boats, supply vessels, fishing boats and - more recently - a growing number of fish farm vessels. Although there is now a local authority pier in the main village, this suffers from landing restrictions and Cuddy Point Pier - known locally as the Old Mail Boat Pier, is still widely used for deep-water landing of medium and large vessels.
Corrugated iron house at Caolas Scalpaigh
Corrugated iron house at Caolas Scalpaigh
Sunset from North Harbour Scalpay The sun dips into the Atlantic over West Loch Tarbert in distance
Sunset from North Harbour Scalpay
The sun dips into the Atlantic over West Loch Tarbert in distance
Small inlet on west coast of Scalpay
Small inlet on west coast of Scalpay
Pier, North Harbour, Scalpay
Pier, North Harbour, Scalpay
End of the Road at Aird an Aiseig
End of the Road at Aird an Aiseig
Looking over abandoned foundations to Loch an Tairbeairt At Ceann a' Ghàraidh from the road
Looking over abandoned foundations to Loch an Tairbeairt
At Ceann a' Ghàraidh from the road
View west along coast single-track with vernacular buildings
View west along coast single-track with vernacular buildings
Looking east towards Caolas Scalpaigh with locals
Looking east towards Caolas Scalpaigh with locals
Abandoned (?) House Quite a few apparently abandoned or falling-apart buildings on Harris & Lewis
Abandoned (?) House
Quite a few apparently abandoned or falling-apart buildings on Harris & Lewis
New-ish cutting with road near Ceann a' Ghàraidh
New-ish cutting with road near Ceann a' Ghàraidh
An ruined shieling The island of Scalpay can be seen in the background
An ruined shieling
The island of Scalpay can be seen in the background
Loch a' Bhuna
Loch a' Bhuna
Bagh na Muice An inlet on Scalpay. By September 2009 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1514170">NG2096 : Small inlet on west coast of Scalpay</a> the pontoons had disappeared.
Bagh na Muice
An inlet on Scalpay. By September 2009 NG2096 : Small inlet on west coast of Scalpay the pontoons had disappeared.
The pier at Rubha nan Cudaigean
The pier at Rubha nan Cudaigean
Narrows at entrance to Sgalpaigh North Harbour, Harris View to north-west with adjacent North Harris main island.
Narrows at entrance to Sgalpaigh North Harbour, Harris
View to north-west with adjacent North Harris main island.
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Màs na Garra is located at Grid Ref: NG1998 (Lat: 57.885256, Lng: -6.7316256)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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