Àird of Kinloch

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Argyllshire

Scotland

Àird of Kinloch

Fences at Ardvergnish An isolated farmhouse below Ben More.
An old holiday picture from years ago, but more recent ones don&#039;t show much change. — Fences at Ardvergnish Credit: Des Blenkinsopp

Àird of Kinloch is a prominent headland located in Argyllshire, Scotland. Situated on the west coast of the country, this coastal feature offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean. The headland is positioned between the villages of Kinloch and Ardmay, just north of the picturesque Loch Long.

This headland is characterized by its rugged terrain, with steep cliffs and rocky outcrops that jut out into the sea. The elevation of Àird of Kinloch provides visitors with a panoramic vista of the coastal scenery, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and photographers. The headland is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including seabirds, marine life, and various plant species.

The location of Àird of Kinloch makes it an ideal destination for outdoor activities such as hiking and birdwatching. Several walking trails traverse the headland, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the area's natural beauty up close. Additionally, the headland is a popular spot for fishing, with anglers often casting their lines from the cliffs or from the beach below.

The headland can be reached by a narrow road that winds its way through the coastal landscape, providing visitors with a scenic journey before arriving at Àird of Kinloch. The surrounding area offers ample parking facilities and amenities, including picnic areas and viewpoints that enhance the overall visitor experience.

Overall, Àird of Kinloch is a captivating coastal feature that showcases the rugged beauty of the Scottish coastline. Its dramatic cliffs, diverse wildlife, and breathtaking views make it a must-visit destination for those seeking to immerse themselves in the natural wonders of Argyllshire.

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Àird of Kinloch Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.383714/-6.0096139 or Grid Reference NM5228. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fences at Ardvergnish

An isolated farmhouse below Ben More. An old holiday picture from years ago, but more recent ones don't show much change.

Des Blenkinsopp

Towards Ben More

Estuary and rough grazing south of Ben More.

Des Blenkinsopp

View from Eilean a' Ghaill

Today was one of those days of stunning clarity and I was lucky enough to be on Mull and took this view. The head of Loch Scridain, or Kinloch, can be seen beyond the solitary tree on Eilean a' Ghaill.

Patrick Mackie

Dead boat below Kinloch Hotel

Peter Moore

Tree beside the B8073

Peter Moore

Pennyghael Hotel

Peter Moore

Benchmark by Loch Scridain

The OS description is RIVET TOP S PARA BR 2.8M SW C STR. There is a fine view across Loch Scridain as the Allt na Coille Moire flows into it.

Neville Goodman

Ridge rising towards Am Binnein

Am Binnein is a location along the rising ridge. Beyond that, the ridge goes through convolutions ultimately reaching Ben More's summit which at the time the image was recorded was concealed by mist.

Trevor Littlewood

Coladoir River

The Coladoir in its last stage just before it enters Loch Beg.

Andrew Wood

Shoreline by Rubha Buidhe

Rough grassland and rock by the shore of Loch Scridain.

Andrew Wood

Scridain View

A view across the shoreline of Loch Scridain and the sea loch itself to the mass of Ben More, the aptly named big hill behind.

Andrew Wood

Scridain Saltmarsh

Saltmarsh by Kinloch with Ben More behind.

Andrew Wood

An Leth Fhonn

The half land, this flat ground with a series of channels and covered by sea at high and spring tides. The translation, and description, comes from the original O/S survey notes and still applies.

Andrew Wood

Abandoned Boat

An often photographed boat by Kinloch with the flat wet lowland of Aird of Kinloch behind.

Andrew Wood

Kinloch Hotel

Seen across the A849 is the Kinloch Hotel and Pennyghael Stores; both face across Loch Scridain to Ben More.

Andrew Wood

Cattle before Ben More

A highland cow and her suckler calf, with sheep, on grassland near the roadside across from Rossal Farm. Behind her lies part of An Leth Fonn, a low lying wetland prone to flooding with Ben More forming the horizon.

Andrew Wood