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Loch Liath Mhic-cuis

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

Scotland

Loch Liath Mhic-cuis

Peaty pool by the roadside Cotton grass by the roadside, looking south east towards the hills beyond Lochmaddy.
Peaty pool by the roadside Credit: Gordon Hatton

Loch Liath Mhic-cuis is a picturesque freshwater loch located in the county of Inverness-shire, Scotland. This beautiful body of water is nestled amidst the stunning Scottish Highlands, providing visitors with a tranquil and breathtaking setting.

Covering an area of approximately 10 hectares, Loch Liath Mhic-cuis is a relatively small loch, but its size does not diminish its allure. Surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery, the loch offers a serene atmosphere that is perfect for relaxation and immersion in nature.

The water of Loch Liath Mhic-cuis is crystal clear and teeming with a diverse range of aquatic life. It is home to various species of fish, including brown trout and pike, making it a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts. The calm waters of the loch also attract birdwatchers, as it serves as a habitat for a wide array of bird species, such as goldeneye ducks and common sandpipers.

The loch is also flanked by a freshwater marsh, which adds to its natural beauty. This marshland provides a thriving ecosystem for a variety of plant species and wildlife, including rare and protected species. Visitors can explore the marsh on foot, taking in the unique flora and fauna that can be found in this wetland environment.

Access to Loch Liath Mhic-cuis is relatively easy, with a nearby car park and walking trails that lead visitors to the loch. Whether it's for a leisurely stroll, fishing expedition, or birdwatching adventure, Loch Liath Mhic-cuis offers a captivating experience for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Scottish Highlands.

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Loch Liath Mhic-cuis Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.650043/-7.2000923 or Grid Reference NF8974. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Peaty pool by the roadside Cotton grass by the roadside, looking south east towards the hills beyond Lochmaddy.
Peaty pool by the roadside
Cotton grass by the roadside, looking south east towards the hills beyond Lochmaddy.
Peat stacks at Stolie Moorland dropping gently to a tidal channel, with Beinn Mhor in the distance.
Peat stacks at Stolie
Moorland dropping gently to a tidal channel, with Beinn Mhor in the distance.
Tidal channels and mud flats Having squeezed into a corner of this square, further progress across the tidal mud flats would appear to be a foolish move. The unnamed islet some 150m away is, according to the OS map, surrounded by sand. In reality it appears to be a rather sicky mud.
Tidal channels and mud flats
Having squeezed into a corner of this square, further progress across the tidal mud flats would appear to be a foolish move. The unnamed islet some 150m away is, according to the OS map, surrounded by sand. In reality it appears to be a rather sicky mud.
A maze of muddy channels Looking east from the Rubha Dubh promontory across a maze of muddy channels, exposed rocks and little islands.
A maze of muddy channels
Looking east from the Rubha Dubh promontory across a maze of muddy channels, exposed rocks and little islands.
Tidal channel from Rubha Dubh There's a maze of muddy tidal channels here. The OS map indicates sand, but only the foolish, or those with chest waders would be tempted to cross these muddy channels.
Tidal channel from Rubha Dubh
There's a maze of muddy tidal channels here. The OS map indicates sand, but only the foolish, or those with chest waders would be tempted to cross these muddy channels.
Tidal channel between Aird Innis and Aird nan Laogh Seen close to low tide. Aird Innis, almost a separate island is on the far side of the mud.
Tidal channel between Aird Innis and Aird nan Laogh
Seen close to low tide. Aird Innis, almost a separate island is on the far side of the mud.
Loch na Leacaich Shoreline A view along the shoreline of Loch na Leacaich, with the peaked hill of Crogearraidh Mor is the far distance.
Loch na Leacaich Shoreline
A view along the shoreline of Loch na Leacaich, with the peaked hill of Crogearraidh Mor is the far distance.
View towards Loch an Duin The distant water translates as the Loch of the Dun, with the remains of Dun Torcuill in the middle distance [centre of photo]. The convoluted outline of the loch includes two other dun sites, both well out of sight from this point by the road.
View towards Loch an Duin
The distant water translates as the Loch of the Dun, with the remains of Dun Torcuill in the middle distance [centre of photo]. The convoluted outline of the loch includes two other dun sites, both well out of sight from this point by the road.
Loch Dheoir Loch Dheoir is the name given to this area of salt water where a maze of channels eventually connect with the open sea close to Lochmaddy.
Loch Dheoir
Loch Dheoir is the name given to this area of salt water where a maze of channels eventually connect with the open sea close to Lochmaddy.
Dun Torcuill A view from an adjoining square towards this iron age broch in Loch an Duin. The walls are said to be up to 4m thick and 3m high, but approach on land is very difficult.
Dun Torcuill
A view from an adjoining square towards this iron age broch in Loch an Duin. The walls are said to be up to 4m thick and 3m high, but approach on land is very difficult.
A865 below Blathaisbhal
A865 below Blathaisbhal
Sea loch at Aileodair View from the loch side picnic area.
Sea loch at Aileodair
View from the loch side picnic area.
Cama Lochan Beinn Mhor in the background.
Cama Lochan
Beinn Mhor in the background.
Loch Dheoir In the distance can be seen Li a Tuath (250m), Li a Deas (281m) and Eabhal (347m)
Loch Dheoir
In the distance can be seen Li a Tuath (250m), Li a Deas (281m) and Eabhal (347m)
Tidal rapid draining Loch Dheoir Behind Lochmaddy is an area of shallow lagoons filled and drained by the tides each day. Where the tide runs between the rocks, tidal rapids are formed like this one in a narrows which drains Loch Dheoir towards Loch Blathaisbhal during the ebb.
Tidal rapid draining Loch Dheoir
Behind Lochmaddy is an area of shallow lagoons filled and drained by the tides each day. Where the tide runs between the rocks, tidal rapids are formed like this one in a narrows which drains Loch Dheoir towards Loch Blathaisbhal during the ebb.
South-east slopes of Beinn Mhor, North Uist
South-east slopes of Beinn Mhor, North Uist
A corner of Loch Dheoir Loch Dheoir has an intricate shoreline with many tiny bays and inlets. Looking towards the hills beyond Lochmaddy.
A corner of Loch Dheoir
Loch Dheoir has an intricate shoreline with many tiny bays and inlets. Looking towards the hills beyond Lochmaddy.
Moorland and a corner of Cama-lochan
Moorland and a corner of Cama-lochan
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Loch Liath Mhic-cuis is located at Grid Ref: NF8974 (Lat: 57.650043, Lng: -7.2000923)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///smashes.piglets.openings. Near Lochmaddy, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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