Rubha nan Sgarbh

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Rubha nan Sgarbh

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Rubha nan Sgarbh is a prominent coastal feature located in the Inverness-shire region of Scotland. Known for its stunning natural beauty and rugged landscape, it is a headland or point that juts out into the North Atlantic Ocean. The name "Rubha nan Sgarbh" translates to "Point of the Cormorants" in Scottish Gaelic, highlighting the abundant birdlife found in the area.

The headland is characterized by steep cliffs that rise dramatically from the sea, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding coastline. The cliffs are composed of ancient rocks, displaying layers of sedimentary and igneous formations, providing valuable insights into the geological history of the area.

The rugged terrain of Rubha nan Sgarbh is adorned with a variety of vegetation, including heather, grasses, and wildflowers, adding vibrant colors to the landscape. The headland is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, such as seals, dolphins, and various seabird species, including the aforementioned cormorants.

In addition to its natural beauty, Rubha nan Sgarbh offers recreational opportunities for nature enthusiasts and hikers. There are several walking trails that traverse the headland, allowing visitors to explore the rugged coastline and appreciate the stunning views. The area is also popular for birdwatching, with numerous vantage points offering excellent opportunities to observe the various avian species that inhabit the region.

Overall, Rubha nan Sgarbh is a captivating coastal feature that showcases the raw beauty of the Inverness-shire region. Its dramatic cliffs, diverse wildlife, and picturesque views make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Rubha nan Sgarbh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.960876/-6.7232588 or Grid Reference NB2006. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

North Harris Roads

Geocaching is a type of global treasure hunt of people looking for caches, or hidden stashes of objects. Geocaching may also be described as a series of hide-and-seek games, where hiders provide online clues for seekers. Seekers use global positioning system (GPS) devices to find hidden caches

Ralph Greig

Loch Seaforth from the road to Rhenigidale

Colin Park

Jetty at Loch MÃ raig

Presumably associated with fish farming. The road to Rhenigidale can be seen snaking along the lochside and over the hill at the left.

M J Richardson

Above Loch Seaforth

Looking north along Loch Seaforth.

Andrew Spenceley

The Allt Loch nan Eang, Isle of Lewis

Looking towards Loch Seaforth/Loch Shìophoirt, the sea loch into which the burn flows.

Claire Pegrum

Support craft on Loch Maraig

Peter Moore

Lazy beds at Maraig

Ridges formed by hand cultivation. Link

Sandy Gerrard

Lazy beds and croft ruin at Ailean Anabaich

It is hard to appreciate how difficult it would have been to carry out arable farming on the side of a mountain. Link

Sandy Gerrard

Lewis and Harris Landscape

Ralph Greig

Loch MÃ raig

Loch Màraig is an arm of Loch Seaforth, a sea-loch that extends deep into the land between Lewis and Harris.

Anne Burgess

Power Line

One of the most frequent and less picturesque features of the Hebridean scenery are the inevitable but necessary power lines that march across the landscape.

Anne Burgess

No fish today

NB2005 : Loch Shiphoirt (Seaforth); 42 months on from Dave Fergusson's image and the fish farm has moved but everything else the same.

Hazel Hambidge

Eilean Anabaich beside Loch Mharaig

Mike Pennington

Loch Maraig

Side loch and village of the same name on the western shore of Loch Seaforth / Loch Shiphoirt. The mountain on the skyline is Caiteseal (449m), on the eastern shore of Loch Seaforth.

Colin Smith

Eilean MhÃ raig from MÃ raig

This little island of about 2 acres (approx. 1 ha) in size lies in an inlet of Loch Sìophort (Seaforth) just to the north of the longer thinner inlet known as Loch Mhàraig. There were several sheep on this little island - see NB2006 : Sheep graze on Eilean Mhàraig The alternative name for Eilean Mhàraig is Maaruig Island.

Rob Farrow

Sheep graze on Eilean MhÃ raig

Despite being a definite island, unconnected by any causeway, there were several sheep roaming about on Eilean Mhàraig, so presumably they had been taken there by a farmer - unless they're better swimmers than I'd thought.

Rob Farrow