Loch nan Caor

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

Scotland

Loch nan Caor

Ruin at Ardvey Abandoned and derelict, in spite of being relatively modern. — Ruin at Ardvey Credit: Richard Dorrell

Loch nan Caor is a freshwater loch located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. Situated in a remote and rugged landscape, the loch is surrounded by rolling hills and verdant forests, creating a picturesque and tranquil setting. The loch covers an area of approximately 10 hectares and has a maximum depth of around 5 meters.

Loch nan Caor is known for its crystal-clear waters, which are teeming with various species of freshwater fish such as trout and perch. The loch is a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts, who come to try their luck at catching these prized fish.

The surrounding area of Loch nan Caor is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including red deer, otters, and various species of birds. Birdwatchers flock to the area to catch a glimpse of these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat.

Visitors to Loch nan Caor can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, birdwatching, and fishing. The peaceful and unspoiled surroundings make it the perfect destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with nature.

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Loch nan Caor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.783388/-6.8883447 or Grid Reference NG0987. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ruin at Ardvey

Abandoned and derelict, in spite of being relatively modern.

Richard Dorrell

Loch Fhionnsabhaigh

The blue pay-to-view telescope is probably there to enable seal-watchers to get a closer view - though as the seals were today basking on rocks just a few yards from the shore, the scope was barely necessary. See also: NG0887 : Common seals in Loch Fhionnsabhaigh.

Richard Dorrell

Common seals in Loch Fhionnsabhaigh

A slightly zoomed-in image, taken from the shore of the loch.

Richard Dorrell

Fish Farm Pier at Loch Huamabhat

Sandy Gerrard

Solitary White house

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Ralph Greig

Flodabay postbox

Ralph Greig

Finsbay

One of a handful of small settlements in Eastern Harris.

Anne Burgess

Sea Inlet at Ardvey

Marked on the map as a tidal pond, this is connected to the sea on the right, beyond the narrowest part. It is, unfortunately, difficult to photograph anything in this area without including the necessary evil of power lines.

Anne Burgess

Tidal Inlet at Aird Mhighe

The inlet is in this square but the house is in the next square.

Anne Burgess

Loch Fhionnsabhaigh

One of the larger sea-lochs on the east coast of Harris.

Anne Burgess

Loch Holmasaig

A small lochan, one of dozens alongside the Bays road.

Anne Burgess

Loch Huamabhat

One of the larger lochans in the wilderness of East Harris.

Anne Burgess

Fishing Station?

It's not immediately obvious what the reason for the large raft and jetties is.

Anne Burgess

Cnoc and Lochan Topography

The Lewisian gneiss typically produces topography with knolls or rocks interspersed with hollows that are occupied by small lochs. In geography and geology this is described as Cnoc and lochan topography.

Anne Burgess