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Loch Mòr Sanndabhat

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

Scotland

Loch Mòr Sanndabhat

Loch an Umhlaich One of the more remote lochs on the Lewis moorland
Loch an Umhlaich Credit: Philip

Loch Mòr Sanndabhat is a freshwater loch located in the county of Ross-shire, Scotland. The loch covers an area of approximately 75 acres and has a maximum depth of 12 feet. It is surrounded by a diverse range of vegetation, including reeds, grasses, and trees, which provide habitat for a variety of wildlife species.

The loch is a popular destination for birdwatchers, as it is home to a wide range of bird species, including ducks, geese, swans, and herons. The surrounding marshland also provides a habitat for a variety of insects, amphibians, and small mammals.

Loch Mòr Sanndabhat is a peaceful and scenic location, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside and the nearby mountains. It is a popular spot for fishing, with anglers coming to catch species such as trout, perch, and pike.

Overall, Loch Mòr Sanndabhat is a beautiful and tranquil freshwater loch, providing a haven for wildlife and a peaceful retreat for visitors looking to connect with nature.

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Loch Mòr Sanndabhat Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.333985/-6.3879299 or Grid Reference NB4346. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loch an Umhlaich One of the more remote lochs on the Lewis moorland
Loch an Umhlaich
One of the more remote lochs on the Lewis moorland
Loch nan Leac Loch nan Leac on an October afternoon.
Loch nan Leac
Loch nan Leac on an October afternoon.
Loch nan Leac Loch nan Leac on a calm September day.
Loch nan Leac
Loch nan Leac on a calm September day.
Pools by Loch nan Leac There are two Loch nan leacs on this part of the moor and this is the smaller one with the famous one being about 3km north west of here. This loch is infilling and so the moor around it is extremely dangerous indeed.
Pools by Loch nan Leac
There are two Loch nan leacs on this part of the moor and this is the smaller one with the famous one being about 3km north west of here. This loch is infilling and so the moor around it is extremely dangerous indeed.
Loch Mor Sanndabhat This is the larger of the two parts of Loch Mor Sanndabhat.
Loch Mor Sanndabhat
This is the larger of the two parts of Loch Mor Sanndabhat.
Loch Mor Sanndabhat A little beach on the smaller part of Loch Mor Sanndabhat.
Loch Mor Sanndabhat
A little beach on the smaller part of Loch Mor Sanndabhat.
Loch an Fheoir A rather uninspiring loch on the north Lewis moor.
Loch an Fheoir
A rather uninspiring loch on the north Lewis moor.
Loch an Fheoir The west side of Loch an Fheoir has rather higher heather clad banks while the easterly side is more a sort of stony beach going into shallow water, there is a lot of weed in the northerly part of the loch.
Loch an Fheoir
The west side of Loch an Fheoir has rather higher heather clad banks while the easterly side is more a sort of stony beach going into shallow water, there is a lot of weed in the northerly part of the loch.
Loch an Tobair The name of this loch means a "well" as in the sort from which you might draw water and the loch does have very clear water. It has a relatively shallow area for maybe 20 yards out from the shore line and then drops away into deep water.
Loch an Tobair
The name of this loch means a "well" as in the sort from which you might draw water and the loch does have very clear water. It has a relatively shallow area for maybe 20 yards out from the shore line and then drops away into deep water.
Loch an Tobair This loch has very clear water and a relatively shallow, stony, area for about 20 yards from the shore after which the water becomes very deep.
Loch an Tobair
This loch has very clear water and a relatively shallow, stony, area for about 20 yards from the shore after which the water becomes very deep.
Loch an Tobair Loch an Tobair looking towards Muirneag.
Loch an Tobair
Loch an Tobair looking towards Muirneag.
Gleann Euscleit, Isle of Lewis The OS Name Book of 1848-1852 says that Gleann Euscleit is the name of the burn, rather than the glen through which it flows. On modern maps it is written in black type, not blue, and so presumably is now considered to be the name of the glen, not the burn.
Gleann Euscleit, Isle of Lewis
The OS Name Book of 1848-1852 says that Gleann Euscleit is the name of the burn, rather than the glen through which it flows. On modern maps it is written in black type, not blue, and so presumably is now considered to be the name of the glen, not the burn.
Gleann Euscleit, Isle of Lewis The OS Name Book of 1848-1852 says that Gleann Euscleit is the name of the burn, rather than the glen through which it flows. On modern maps it is written in black type, not blue, and so presumably is now considered to be the name of the glen, not the burn.
Gleann Euscleit, Isle of Lewis
The OS Name Book of 1848-1852 says that Gleann Euscleit is the name of the burn, rather than the glen through which it flows. On modern maps it is written in black type, not blue, and so presumably is now considered to be the name of the glen, not the burn.
Moorland pools, Druim Bàn, Isle of Lewis
Moorland pools, Druim Bàn, Isle of Lewis
Exposed peat in an unnamed lochan, Druim Bàn, Isle of Lewis
Exposed peat in an unnamed lochan, Druim Bàn, Isle of Lewis
Moorland pools, Tom Taravat, Isle of Lewis
Moorland pools, Tom Taravat, Isle of Lewis
Loch nan Leac Reputed to be one of the best trout lochs in the Western Isles this loch is a long hard walk from the road and the moor in this area is extremely dangerous. In truth its fame means that the loch is almost always devoid of fish as they are removed by poaching.
Loch nan Leac
Reputed to be one of the best trout lochs in the Western Isles this loch is a long hard walk from the road and the moor in this area is extremely dangerous. In truth its fame means that the loch is almost always devoid of fish as they are removed by poaching.
Loch nan Leac A 'Leac' is a flat stone which could for example be used for paving. This Loch takes its name from the number of flat stones to be found in the shallows near the shore.
Loch nan Leac
A 'Leac' is a flat stone which could for example be used for paving. This Loch takes its name from the number of flat stones to be found in the shallows near the shore.
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Loch Mòr Sanndabhat is located at Grid Ref: NB4346 (Lat: 58.333985, Lng: -6.3879299)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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