Loch an Fheadhain

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

Scotland

Loch an Fheadhain

Part of the Golden Road at Manais — Part of the Golden Road at Manais Credit: Dave Fergusson

Loch an Fheadhain is a picturesque freshwater loch located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. Stretching over an area of approximately 200 acres, it is nestled amidst the lush greenery of the Scottish Highlands. The loch is surrounded by rolling hills and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Known for its tranquil atmosphere, Loch an Fheadhain is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat. The crystal-clear waters of the loch are home to a diverse range of aquatic flora and fauna. Anglers also frequent the loch, as it is known for its abundance of brown trout, making it an ideal spot for fishing enthusiasts.

The loch is surrounded by a diverse ecosystem, including a freshwater marsh and dense vegetation. This creates an ideal habitat for a variety of bird species, including ducks, swans, and herons. Birdwatchers can often be seen along the shores, eagerly observing and documenting the different species.

The surrounding area of Loch an Fheadhain offers various walking trails and hiking opportunities, allowing visitors to explore the stunning Scottish countryside. The loch is also located in close proximity to other notable landmarks, such as the historic Cawdor Castle and the famous Loch Ness.

Overall, Loch an Fheadhain is a hidden gem in Inverness-shire, offering a serene and picturesque environment for visitors to enjoy the beauty of nature and immerse themselves in the tranquility of the Scottish Highlands.

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Loch an Fheadhain Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.822086/-6.8557256 or Grid Reference NG1191. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Part of the Golden Road at Manais

Part of the Golden Road at Manais

Communications mast

Communications mast

Loch Gheocrab One of the larger sea lochs on the east coast of Harris.

Loch Gheocrab

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

Beachrabhaic Only a handful of houses make up the hamlet of Beacravik.

Beachrabhaic

Only a handful of houses make up the hamlet of Beacravik.

View south over Leac a' Li Looking from a window of a house in Leac a&#039; Li.
A few sheep graze the poor vegetation between the exposed bedrock.
The water is Loch Stocanais.

View south over Leac a' Li

Looking from a window of a house in Leac a' Li. A few sheep graze the poor vegetation between the exposed bedrock. The water is Loch Stocanais.

Richard Dorrell

Rocky landscape Much of the Harris landscape consists of exposed bedrock. This view is over a minor road from Aird Mhighe towards the main road, the A859.

Rocky landscape

Much of the Harris landscape consists of exposed bedrock. This view is over a minor road from Aird Mhighe towards the main road, the A859.

Richard Dorrell

Landscape of Harris

Landscape of Harris

Loch Bheacrabhaig Loch Beacravik is an arm of the sea loch Loch Geocrab.

Loch Bheacrabhaig

Loch Beacravik is an arm of the sea loch Loch Geocrab.

Geocrab A dispersed settlement around the head of Loch Geocrab.

Geocrab

A dispersed settlement around the head of Loch Geocrab.

Bus Shelter The bus shelter is above the turning to Liceasto. I was pleasantly surprised to find a timetable suggesting that there are six buses a day from Roghadal via here to Tarbert.

Bus Shelter

The bus shelter is above the turning to Liceasto. I was pleasantly surprised to find a timetable suggesting that there are six buses a day from Roghadal via here to Tarbert.

Ceann a' BhÃ igh MhÃ²r The name means &#039;head of the big bay&#039;; the &#039;big bay&#039; seems to be Loch Stockinish.

Ceann a' BhÃ igh MhÃ²r

The name means 'head of the big bay'; the 'big bay' seems to be Loch Stockinish.

Ceann a' BhÃ igh MhÃ²r The sea-loch in the foreground is the &#039;head of the big bay&#039; but the rock face appears not to have a name of its own.

Ceann a' BhÃ igh MhÃ²r

The sea-loch in the foreground is the 'head of the big bay' but the rock face appears not to have a name of its own.

Leac a' Li across Ob Liath Leac a&#039; Li or Lackalee is on the shore of Loch Stockinish, and the head of the loch is Ob Liath, the &#039;grey bay&#039;.

Leac a' Li across Ob Liath

Leac a' Li or Lackalee is on the shore of Loch Stockinish, and the head of the loch is Ob Liath, the 'grey bay'.

Unnamed Inlet The map suggests that this inlet dries at low tide. It opens into Ob Liath, and then into Loch Stocanais.

Unnamed Inlet

The map suggests that this inlet dries at low tide. It opens into Ob Liath, and then into Loch Stocanais.

Landlocked Inlet This inlet of the sea near Àird Mhìghe is almost completely landlocked.

Landlocked Inlet

This inlet of the sea near Àird Mhìghe is almost completely landlocked.

The road to Liceasto/Lickisto One of several turnings off into the rocky landscape of the Golden Road area of Harris.

The road to Liceasto/Lickisto

One of several turnings off into the rocky landscape of the Golden Road area of Harris.

Lickisto and Ãird MhÃ¬ghe With a tent of Lickisto Blackhouse Camping in the dip in the foreground.

Lickisto and Ãird MhÃ¬ghe

With a tent of Lickisto Blackhouse Camping in the dip in the foreground.

Bus stop at Liceasto/Lickisto With facilities.

Bus stop at Liceasto/Lickisto

With facilities.

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Loch an Fheadhain is located at Grid Ref: NG1191 (Lat: 57.822086, Lng: -6.8557256)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///bucks.coveted.dumpling. Near Tarbert, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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