Feur-lochan

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

Scotland

Feur-lochan

A865 road by Traigh Athmor And another of those square "Passing Place" signs;  I much prefer the diamond shaped ones!
A865 road by Traigh Athmor Credit: Gordon Brown

Feur-lochan is a small freshwater lochan located in the Inverness-shire region of Scotland. The lochan is surrounded by lush greenery and is known for its tranquil and picturesque setting. Feur-lochan is a popular spot for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts due to its diverse ecosystem and abundance of wildlife.

The lochan is home to a variety of aquatic plants and insects, as well as a range of bird species including ducks, swans, and herons. Visitors to Feur-lochan can often spot these animals while walking along the shoreline or enjoying a leisurely boat ride on the water.

The water in Feur-lochan is crystal clear and relatively shallow, making it an ideal spot for fishing and water activities such as kayaking and paddleboarding. The surrounding area also offers plenty of opportunities for hiking and picnicking, making Feur-lochan a popular destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts.

Overall, Feur-lochan is a peaceful and scenic spot in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in the beauty of nature.

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Feur-lochan Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.640668/-7.2875142 or Grid Reference NF8473. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A865 road by Traigh Athmor And another of those square "Passing Place" signs;  I much prefer the diamond shaped ones!
A865 road by Traigh Athmor
And another of those square "Passing Place" signs; I much prefer the diamond shaped ones!
Traigh Athmor A typical scattering of Outer Hebrides houses above the shore.
Traigh Athmor
A typical scattering of Outer Hebrides houses above the shore.
Sea pinks, North Uist If you're lucky enough to be there at the right time, it's an amazing display.
Sea pinks, North Uist
If you're lucky enough to be there at the right time, it's an amazing display.
Loch nan Geireann
Loch nan Geireann
Low tide, Traigh Athmor The tide runs out a long way here, exposing many hectares of sand.
Low tide, Traigh Athmor
The tide runs out a long way here, exposing many hectares of sand.
View towards Loch nan Geireann A view across rough grassland and bog towards a corner of this irregularly shaped freshwater loch.
View towards Loch nan Geireann
A view across rough grassland and bog towards a corner of this irregularly shaped freshwater loch.
Dun Aonghuis The dun covers the whole of a small island in Loch Aonghais. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10366/north-uist-loch-aonghais-dun-aonais" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10366/north-uist-loch-aonghais-dun-aonais">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Dun Aonghuis
The dun covers the whole of a small island in Loch Aonghais. LinkExternal link
Barpa nam Feannag Chambered Long Cairn View of the chamber at the eastern end of the mound <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.megalithic.co.uk/article.php?sid=48278" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.megalithic.co.uk/article.php?sid=48278">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Barpa nam Feannag Chambered Long Cairn
View of the chamber at the eastern end of the mound LinkExternal link
Barpa nam Feannag Chambered Long Cairn The hill beyond the cairn is Sgealtrabhal <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.megalithic.co.uk/article.php?sid=48278" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.megalithic.co.uk/article.php?sid=48278">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Barpa nam Feannag Chambered Long Cairn
The hill beyond the cairn is Sgealtrabhal LinkExternal link
North from Crògearraidh Mòr This picture shows much of the square, moorland sloping up to the sharp summit of Crògearraidh Mòr (180m). Beyond are the beaches and lagoons of the north coast. North Uist is an island, barely above the water and land and water are very much mixed up.
North from Crògearraidh Mòr
This picture shows much of the square, moorland sloping up to the sharp summit of Crògearraidh Mòr (180m). Beyond are the beaches and lagoons of the north coast. North Uist is an island, barely above the water and land and water are very much mixed up.
Dun in Loch Aonghais A common sight on North Uist; an Iron Age Dun in an island in the middle of a Loch
Dun in Loch Aonghais
A common sight on North Uist; an Iron Age Dun in an island in the middle of a Loch
Old and New Old crofthouse and fairly new agricultural building.
Old and New
Old crofthouse and fairly new agricultural building.
The A865 Looking West. Tràigh Athmòr is on the right of picture.
The A865 Looking West.
Tràigh Athmòr is on the right of picture.
Loch nan Geirneann. Looking towards Machair Leathann.
Loch nan Geirneann.
Looking towards Machair Leathann.
Grazing Land Loch nan Geireann beyond.
Grazing Land
Loch nan Geireann beyond.
Road to Greintobht Looks like someone's had to make an emergency stop in the passing place.
Road to Greintobht
Looks like someone's had to make an emergency stop in the passing place.
Loch Aonghais Reedy loch at the roadside. The craggy top in the background is Crogearraidh at 180m.
Loch Aonghais
Reedy loch at the roadside. The craggy top in the background is Crogearraidh at 180m.
Traigh Athmor, North Uist Looking northwards over one of the several large expanses of sand on Uist's north coast which disappear beneath water at high tide.
Traigh Athmor, North Uist
Looking northwards over one of the several large expanses of sand on Uist's north coast which disappear beneath water at high tide.
Show me another place!

Feur-lochan is located at Grid Ref: NF8473 (Lat: 57.640668, Lng: -7.2875142)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Passing Place
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Loch nan Geireann
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