Loch Dubh

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

Scotland

Loch Dubh

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

Loch Dubh, located in Ross-shire, Scotland, is a stunning freshwater loch nestled amidst the picturesque landscape of the Scottish Highlands. This tranquil body of water is often referred to as a loch due to its size and characteristics, covering an area of approximately 50 hectares.

Surrounded by rolling hills and dense forests, Loch Dubh offers a breathtaking view for visitors. Its calm waters reflect the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape, creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere. The loch is known for its dark, peaty water, which gives it its name, "Dubh," meaning black in Scottish Gaelic.

Loch Dubh supports a rich and diverse ecosystem. Its shores are lined with a variety of vegetation, including reeds, rushes, and water lilies. These provide an ideal habitat for numerous species of birds, such as swans, ducks, and herons, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers.

The loch is also home to various species of fish, including brown trout, perch, and pike. Anglers are drawn to Loch Dubh for its excellent fishing opportunities, with the calm waters providing an ideal environment for casting a line.

Visitors to Loch Dubh can enjoy a range of recreational activities. Fishing, boating, and kayaking are popular pastimes on the loch, allowing visitors to explore its tranquil waters and immerse themselves in the stunning natural surroundings. Additionally, the loch offers several walking trails, enabling hikers to experience the beauty of the area up close.

Overall, Loch Dubh is a hidden gem in the Scottish Highlands, offering a peaceful retreat for nature enthusiasts and an opportunity to experience the beauty of Scotland's freshwater ecosystems.

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Loch Dubh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.06782/-6.3835129 or Grid Reference NB4117. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loch na Buaile Duibhe

The sea can just be seen in the distance.

Rob Burke

Telephone Box, Marvig (Marbhig)

In case you don't recognize the classic bright red K6 telephone box for what it is, there is a splendid enamelled sign with a wrought iron frame to make sure you do !

Rob Farrow

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 !

Rob Farrow

Mol nam Braithrean

Looking towards the South Entrance of Loch Marvig. "Mol" is Gaelic for shingle and "braithrean" is brothers. People in the village talk of "going for a walk to the mol".

JJM

Branch of Loch nam Faoileag

Peter Moore

Ruins above Calbost

Peter Moore

Loch na Buaile Duibhe

Peter Moore

Bench and pier on Loch Chaitiosbhal

Peter Moore

West boundary of Marvig at Loch Caitiosbhal

Alan Reid

Loch side road outside Marvig

Alan Reid

Cairn, Sidhean Rubha na Creige MÃ²ire, 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.

Claire Pegrum

Coastline, Rubha na Creige MÃ²ire, Isle of Lewis

Looking along the east coast of Lewis as far as the Raerinis peninsula.

Claire Pegrum

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".

Claire Pegrum

Coastline to the north of Mol an Eich, Isle of Lewis

Maybe not so clear in the photo, but the rock on the skyline has the appearance of a horse looking out to sea.

Claire Pegrum

Rubha Iosal, Isle of Lewis

The OS Name Book of 1848-1852 describes Rubha Iosal as, "A tolerably prominent headland of considerable extent, embracing the whole of the rugged district between Camas Chalaboist and Loch Odhairn".

Claire Pegrum

Ruined farmstead below Sidhean Rubha na Creige MÃ²ire, Isle of Lewis

The island in NB4118 : Loch na Buaile Duibhe can just be seen in the distance.

Claire Pegrum

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".

Claire Pegrum