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Loch nam Faoileag

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

Scotland

Loch nam Faoileag

Houses at Islibhig An interesting juxtaposition of old and new.
Houses at Islibhig Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Loch nam Faoileag, located in Ross-shire, Scotland, is a picturesque freshwater loch nestled in the Scottish Highlands. The name "Loch nam Faoileag" translates to "Loch of the Seagulls," which is fitting considering the abundance of birdlife that can be observed in the area.

Surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery, the loch covers an area of approximately 1.5 hectares and has a maximum depth of around 6 meters. Its pristine waters are fed by numerous small streams that flow down from the surrounding hills, ensuring a constant supply of freshwater.

The loch is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The surrounding marshes and wetlands provide an ideal habitat for various species of waterfowl, including seagulls, ducks, and geese. These birds can often be seen gracefully gliding across the water or nesting in the reeds along the shoreline.

Additionally, Loch nam Faoileag supports a thriving population of fish, such as brown trout and perch, making it a popular spot for anglers. The calm and tranquil nature of the loch also attracts visitors who enjoy activities like kayaking, canoeing, and wildlife photography.

The area around Loch nam Faoileag is a haven for nature enthusiasts and offers breathtaking views of the Scottish countryside. It provides a serene and peaceful environment, ideal for those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of city life. Whether it's birdwatching, fishing, or simply enjoying the natural beauty, Loch nam Faoileag offers something for everyone.

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Loch nam Faoileag Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.136398/-7.1240967 or Grid Reference NA9827. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Houses at Islibhig An interesting juxtaposition of old and new.
Houses at Islibhig
An interesting juxtaposition of old and new.
Small pond beside the road to Islibhig This probably represents the site of a small quarry cut for stone when the road was being constructed.
Small pond beside the road to Islibhig
This probably represents the site of a small quarry cut for stone when the road was being constructed.
Geodh' an Fhithich Sea Stacks
Geodh' an Fhithich Sea Stacks
Not Much of a View In clear weather there would be a view across the square towards Mealaisbhal. It might even be worth walking another couple of hundred metres to get Loch Sanndabhat in view. As it is, cloud base is not much higher than 150 metres above sea level, and all that is visible is a swathe of wet bog interspersed with glaciated outcrops of Lewisian gneiss.
Not Much of a View
In clear weather there would be a view across the square towards Mealaisbhal. It might even be worth walking another couple of hundred metres to get Loch Sanndabhat in view. As it is, cloud base is not much higher than 150 metres above sea level, and all that is visible is a swathe of wet bog interspersed with glaciated outcrops of Lewisian gneiss.
Heading north from Breanais on the far west of Lewis Towards Islibhig.
Heading north from Breanais on the far west of Lewis
Towards Islibhig.
Near Breanais Looking inland towards Mealaisbhal.
Near Breanais
Looking inland towards Mealaisbhal.
Some very boggy ground near Islibhig With Mealaisbhal dominating the view.
Some very boggy ground near Islibhig
With Mealaisbhal dominating the view.
The headland of Ãird Feinis The Flannan Isles/Na h-Eileanan Flannach are just visible on the right horizon. The next landfall from there would be North America, which at this latitude, would be in northern Newfoundland.
The headland of Ãird Feinis
The Flannan Isles/Na h-Eileanan Flannach are just visible on the right horizon. The next landfall from there would be North America, which at this latitude, would be in northern Newfoundland.
Rock strewn landscape north of Islibhig Looking across Druim Raois towards Mealaisbhal.
Rock strewn landscape north of Islibhig
Looking across Druim Raois towards Mealaisbhal.
Geodh' an Fhithich Rock Stacks viewed from cliff top A view of the stacks seen just below the cliffs close to Islibhig.
Geodh' an Fhithich Rock Stacks viewed from cliff top
A view of the stacks seen just below the cliffs close to Islibhig.
Telephone box at Islibhig
Telephone box at Islibhig
Moorland near Islibhig
Moorland near Islibhig
Moorland near Islibhig
Moorland near Islibhig
Àird Feinis Spectacular headland to the south of Uig.
Àird Feinis
Spectacular headland to the south of Uig.
Tom Raois The peak is Mealaisbhal <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NB0227">NB0227</a>.
Tom Raois
The peak is Mealaisbhal NB0227.
Aird Feinis A deep rock pool in a cleft on the top of Aird Feinis.
Aird Feinis
A deep rock pool in a cleft on the top of Aird Feinis.
Cairn on Aird Feinis A cairn marks the highest point on the relatively level summit of Aird Feinis, with Aird Mangarstadh in the background.
Cairn on Aird Feinis
A cairn marks the highest point on the relatively level summit of Aird Feinis, with Aird Mangarstadh in the background.
Boulder-strewn Hillside These strange rounded boulders lie on the hill slope above the road opposite Aird Feinis. They have been rounded and polished by the movement of ice during the last Ice Age, which ended about 10,000 years ago.
Boulder-strewn Hillside
These strange rounded boulders lie on the hill slope above the road opposite Aird Feinis. They have been rounded and polished by the movement of ice during the last Ice Age, which ended about 10,000 years ago.
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Loch nam Faoileag is located at Grid Ref: NA9827 (Lat: 58.136398, Lng: -7.1240967)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///steadily.finely.appealing. Near Carloway, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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Loch Islibhig Geodha Dubh Seilearo Geodha Càm Loch nam Faoileag Dubh Sgeir Lachdunn

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