Loch nan Crointean

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Loch nan Crointean

Daliburgh Co-op Largest food shop on South Uist. — Daliburgh Co-op Credit: Hugh Venables

Loch nan Crointean is a freshwater loch located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is situated near the village of Cannich and lies within the Glen Affric National Nature Reserve. The loch is relatively small in size, with a surface area of approximately 2.5 hectares.

Surrounded by dense forests and rolling hills, Loch nan Crointean offers a picturesque and tranquil setting for visitors to enjoy. The loch is known for its clear, calm waters, making it an ideal spot for fishing and birdwatching. It is home to a variety of bird species, including herons, ducks, and swans.

The loch is also a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with opportunities for hiking, cycling, and picnicking in the surrounding area. Visitors can take in stunning views of the Scottish Highlands and possibly catch a glimpse of local wildlife such as red deer and otters.

Overall, Loch nan Crointean is a hidden gem in Inverness-shire, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you are looking to relax by the water's edge or explore the natural beauty of the Scottish countryside, this loch has something to offer for everyone.

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Loch nan Crointean Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.16277/-7.3449225 or Grid Reference NF7720. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Daliburgh Co-op Largest food shop on South Uist.

Daliburgh Co-op

Largest food shop on South Uist.

Permit fishing only By the footbridge at Oratobht. The distant hills are Triuirebheinn (left) and Beinn Ruigh Choinnich (right). There is a ford here also.

Permit fishing only

By the footbridge at Oratobht. The distant hills are Triuirebheinn (left) and Beinn Ruigh Choinnich (right). There is a ford here also.

Footbridge at Clachan Mora There is a ford here too for vehicles. The access for vehicles from Lochboisdale is the brown terrace to the west of the far side of the bridge.

Footbridge at Clachan Mora

There is a ford here too for vehicles. The access for vehicles from Lochboisdale is the brown terrace to the west of the far side of the bridge.

Downstream from Loch a Bharp Looking upstream from by the footbridge at Oratobht.

Downstream from Loch a Bharp

Looking upstream from by the footbridge at Oratobht.

Loch Bharp Looking down on L. Bharp from the large chambered cairn that overlooks it.

Loch Bharp

Looking down on L. Bharp from the large chambered cairn that overlooks it.

Rupert Fleetingly

The Co-op at Dalabrog

The Co-op at Dalabrog

Sgoil Dhalabroig/Daliburgh School

Sgoil Dhalabroig/Daliburgh School

Loch nan Geadh

Loch nan Geadh

Co-op Supermarket, Daliburgh

Co-op Supermarket, Daliburgh

Loch nan Geadh

Loch nan Geadh

Ruin by Loch a' Bharp

Ruin by Loch a' Bharp

Old school at Lochboisdale

Old school at Lochboisdale

Old Milestone by the A888, Daliburgh, South Uist Parish Granite column by the B888, in parish of South Uist (South Uist District), Daliburgh, near lamppost just South of &#039;The co-operative Dalabrog&#039;.

Inscription reads:- : 3 : (To Lochboisdale Pier)

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: WI_SULBS03.

Old Milestone by the A888, Daliburgh, South Uist Parish

Granite column by the B888, in parish of South Uist (South Uist District), Daliburgh, near lamppost just South of 'The co-operative Dalabrog'. Inscription reads:- : 3 : (To Lochboisdale Pier) Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: WI_SULBS03.

Milestone Society

Brae Lea house B&B The parking area at Brae Lea with a view over to the hill in the distance. We stayed at this B&amp;B for two nights whilst on South Uist, great place to stay, observe wildlife and explore the area.

Brae Lea house B&B

The parking area at Brae Lea with a view over to the hill in the distance. We stayed at this B&B for two nights whilst on South Uist, great place to stay, observe wildlife and explore the area.

Steve Houldsworth

Bridge, Oratobht Bridge at the end of the tidal part of Loch Baghasdail/Loch Boisdale. The pipeline carries the village water supply from Loch na Smalag.

Bridge, Oratobht

Bridge at the end of the tidal part of Loch Baghasdail/Loch Boisdale. The pipeline carries the village water supply from Loch na Smalag.

Old school at Lochboisdale This former school is now empty and boarded up. What a pity that so many lovely buildings are allowed to crumble.

Old school at Lochboisdale

This former school is now empty and boarded up. What a pity that so many lovely buildings are allowed to crumble.

The new South Uist Care Hospital at Daliburgh The new hospital will replace the existing Uist House on the other side of the road.

The new South Uist Care Hospital at Daliburgh

The new hospital will replace the existing Uist House on the other side of the road.

Daliburgh School from the south, on B888 Beinn Mhor, highest hill in South Uist, in background. The school is one of the largest buildings in this small village.

Daliburgh School from the south, on B888

Beinn Mhor, highest hill in South Uist, in background. The school is one of the largest buildings in this small village.

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Loch nan Crointean is located at Grid Ref: NF7720 (Lat: 57.16277, Lng: -7.3449225)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///ample.windows.blackouts. Near Lochboisdale, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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North Lochboisdale Lochboisdale, North Rubha Dubh Ceann a Tuath Loch Baghasdail Loch nan Crointean

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Located within 500m of 57.16277,-7.3449225

Post Box

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 12:30; Sa 07:30

Operator: Royal Mail

Ref: HS8 69

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Source: www.npemap.org.uk

Uk Postcode Centroid: HS8

Lat/Long: 57.161995/-7.351744

Bus Stop

North Boisdale

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Naptan Bearing: NW

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Cill Eireabhagh

Name En: Kilerivagh

Name Gd: Cill Eireabhagh

Place: hamlet

Lat/Long: 57.1601424/-7.350097

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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