Loch na h-Airigh Duibhe

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

Scotland

Loch na h-Airigh Duibhe

Loch na Buaile Duibhe The sea can just be seen in the distance.
Loch na Buaile Duibhe Credit: Rob Burke

Loch na h-Airigh Duibhe is a picturesque freshwater loch located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated amidst the breathtaking Highland landscape, this body of water is known for its serene beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The loch covers an area of approximately 2 hectares and is surrounded by lush vegetation and rolling hills.

The name "Loch na h-Airigh Duibhe" translates to "loch of the black sheiling" in English, referring to the traditional Scottish cottages that were once scattered around its shores. These cottages provided shelter for shepherds and farmers who grazed their livestock in the surrounding hills.

This loch is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers, as it supports a diverse range of flora and fauna. The surrounding area includes a freshwater marsh, which provides a habitat for various species of waterfowl, including ducks, swans, and geese. The loch itself is home to different species of fish, such as brown trout, which attracts anglers from near and far.

Visitors to Loch na h-Airigh Duibhe can enjoy a peaceful stroll along its shores or take a leisurely boat trip to explore its crystal-clear waters. The loch offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and provides ample opportunities for photography and bird-watching.

Overall, Loch na h-Airigh Duibhe is a hidden gem in the Scottish Highlands, offering a serene and idyllic setting for those seeking a peaceful escape and a chance to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the region.

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Loch na h-Airigh Duibhe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.064389/-6.4016057 or Grid Reference NB4016. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loch na Buaile Duibhe The sea can just be seen in the distance.
Loch na Buaile Duibhe
The sea can just be seen in the distance.
Islet with purple flowers I thought at first that the purple flowers adding a dash of colour to this tiny islet in the middle of Loch a' Ghruagaich just south of Marvig (Marbhig) were rhododendrons - but on closer inspection I'm not so sure. They almost look like giant heather ... [Edit] Now confirmed - they are heather ... very healthy specimens !
Islet with purple flowers
I thought at first that the purple flowers adding a dash of colour to this tiny islet in the middle of Loch a' Ghruagaich just south of Marvig (Marbhig) were rhododendrons - but on closer inspection I'm not so sure. They almost look like giant heather ... [Edit] Now confirmed - they are heather ... very healthy specimens !
Loch nam Faoileag
Loch nam Faoileag
Branch of Loch nam Faoileag
Branch of Loch nam Faoileag
Ruins above Calbost
Ruins above Calbost
Loch na Buaile Duibhe
Loch na Buaile Duibhe
Bench and pier on Loch Chaitiosbhal
Bench and pier on Loch Chaitiosbhal
West boundary of Marvig at Loch Caitiosbhal
West boundary of Marvig at Loch Caitiosbhal
Loch side road outside Marvig
Loch side road outside Marvig
Cairn, Sidhean Rubha na Creige Mòire, Isle of Lewis Under the cairn is an OS bolt.  It is marked with the triangulation pillar symbol on the OS 1:25,000 map, but is not shown on the 1:50,000.
Cairn, Sidhean Rubha na Creige Mòire, Isle of Lewis
Under the cairn is an OS bolt. It is marked with the triangulation pillar symbol on the OS 1:25,000 map, but is not shown on the 1:50,000.
Loch Lite Sithinn, Isle of Lewis The OS Name Book of 1848-1852 describes the loch as, "A long narrow fresh water loch about 16 chains long by three wide, which receives two small streams on the north and discharges one on the south into Loch Odhairn".
Loch Lite Sithinn, Isle of Lewis
The OS Name Book of 1848-1852 describes the loch as, "A long narrow fresh water loch about 16 chains long by three wide, which receives two small streams on the north and discharges one on the south into Loch Odhairn".
Ruined farmstead below Sidhean Rubha na Creige Mòire, Isle of Lewis The island in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/926371">NB4118 : Loch na Buaile Duibhe</a> can just be seen in the distance.
Ruined farmstead below Sidhean Rubha na Creige Mòire, Isle of Lewis
The island in NB4118 : Loch na Buaile Duibhe can just be seen in the distance.
Cotton grass on the southern slopes of Druim nan Caorach, Isle of Lewis The OS Name Book of 1848-1852 describes Druim nan Caorach as, "a large, low range of rocky, heathy pasture knolls which are dry and afford tolerably good summer pasturage.  Signifies Sheep Eminence".
Cotton grass on the southern slopes of Druim nan Caorach, Isle of Lewis
The OS Name Book of 1848-1852 describes Druim nan Caorach as, "a large, low range of rocky, heathy pasture knolls which are dry and afford tolerably good summer pasturage. Signifies Sheep Eminence".
Loch na h-Airigh, Isle of Lewis The name of the loch means "Shieling Loch".
Loch na h-Airigh, Isle of Lewis
The name of the loch means "Shieling Loch".
Loch Chaitiosbhal A freshwater loch near Marbhig.
Loch Chaitiosbhal
A freshwater loch near Marbhig.
Lochan with water lilies An unnamed lochan beside the road leading to Calbost.
Lochan with water lilies
An unnamed lochan beside the road leading to Calbost.
Reflections in a lochan A hillock of Lewisian reflected in a lochan near Calbost.
Reflections in a lochan
A hillock of Lewisian reflected in a lochan near Calbost.
Loch nam Faoileag The tree in the centre of the photo is growing on a small island in this freshwater loch east of Grabhair.
Loch nam Faoileag
The tree in the centre of the photo is growing on a small island in this freshwater loch east of Grabhair.
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Loch na h-Airigh Duibhe is located at Grid Ref: NB4016 (Lat: 58.064389, Lng: -6.4016057)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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