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Lochan Doiragat

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

Scotland

Lochan Doiragat

A stream through Coill a' Ghasgain
A stream through Coill a' Ghasgain Credit: Alan Reid

Lochan Doiragat is a small freshwater loch located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is situated in a remote and picturesque location, surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery. The loch is fed by natural springs and rainfall, making its waters clear and pristine.

Lochan Doiragat is a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts, as it is home to a variety of freshwater fish species, including trout and perch. The tranquil setting of the loch also makes it a great place for birdwatching, with a diverse range of bird species frequenting the area.

The surrounding area of Lochan Doiragat is rich in wildlife, with deer, otters, and various bird species often spotted in the vicinity. The loch is also surrounded by a freshwater marsh, providing a unique habitat for a wide range of plant and animal species.

Overall, Lochan Doiragat is a peaceful and scenic location, perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in nature and enjoy the beauty of the Scottish countryside.

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Lochan Doiragat Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.131213/-5.8782996 or Grid Reference NG6511. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A stream through Coill a' Ghasgain
A stream through Coill a' Ghasgain
Ord River in Coill a' Ghasgain
Ord River in Coill a' Ghasgain
The west Sleat loop road
The west Sleat loop road
Road through Gleann Meadal
Road through Gleann Meadal
A burn through the woods in Gleann Meadal
A burn through the woods in Gleann Meadal
New deer-fence in Gleann Meadal An area of cleared forest replanted.
New deer-fence in Gleann Meadal
An area of cleared forest replanted.
Track in Braigh an Uird Forest This small forestry plantation has a number of open spaces such as this, and birdsong filled the air on the day of my visit. The track showed no sign of recent use.
Track in Braigh an Uird Forest
This small forestry plantation has a number of open spaces such as this, and birdsong filled the air on the day of my visit. The track showed no sign of recent use.
Open space in Braigh an Uird Forest Some felling of timber has taken place just here, opening up a view from the forest track to a pond at the source of the Allt Bealach nan Cas, and the distant mainland mountains.
Open space in Braigh an Uird Forest
Some felling of timber has taken place just here, opening up a view from the forest track to a pond at the source of the Allt Bealach nan Cas, and the distant mainland mountains.
Deer fence at the forest edge I am never quite sure whether deer fences round forests are meant to keep the deer inside or outside... there is certainly plenty of evidence of deer being on both sides of this particular fence. Unfortunately for me, my planned route meant that I had to get to the other side of the fence. When new, fences such as this are sturdy, and reasonably easy to climb. However, this one was old, with rotting wobbly posts and rusting wire, though I did manage to find a strong enough section and get over it eventually.
Deer fence at the forest edge
I am never quite sure whether deer fences round forests are meant to keep the deer inside or outside... there is certainly plenty of evidence of deer being on both sides of this particular fence. Unfortunately for me, my planned route meant that I had to get to the other side of the fence. When new, fences such as this are sturdy, and reasonably easy to climb. However, this one was old, with rotting wobbly posts and rusting wire, though I did manage to find a strong enough section and get over it eventually.
Slopes of Cruachan na Fèithe Seilich The heather and grass clad hill rises above the Braigh an Uird Forest.
Slopes of Cruachan na Fèithe Seilich
The heather and grass clad hill rises above the Braigh an Uird Forest.
Lochan below An Cruachan The lochan has no individual name, but is the most southerly of several similar lochans in the area going under the collective name of Lochan Fada.
Lochan below An Cruachan
The lochan has no individual name, but is the most southerly of several similar lochans in the area going under the collective name of Lochan Fada.
Sleat moorland The Sleat peninsula is often referred to as 'The Garden of Skye' for its woodland and gentle shoreline landscapes. However, inland is just acres and acres of undulating heather moorland dotted with lochans. Had it not been largely rain-free on Skye for several weeks, walking here would be very challenging, as the ground would be boggy in wet weather.
Sleat moorland
The Sleat peninsula is often referred to as 'The Garden of Skye' for its woodland and gentle shoreline landscapes. However, inland is just acres and acres of undulating heather moorland dotted with lochans. Had it not been largely rain-free on Skye for several weeks, walking here would be very challenging, as the ground would be boggy in wet weather.
Summit of Cruachan na Fèithe Seilich The hill is little more than part of the rounded edge of a plateau, but affords a fine view, here looking east over Braigh an Uird Forest to Eilean Iarmain, the Sound of Sleat, and the mainland mountains beyond.
Summit of Cruachan na Fèithe Seilich
The hill is little more than part of the rounded edge of a plateau, but affords a fine view, here looking east over Braigh an Uird Forest to Eilean Iarmain, the Sound of Sleat, and the mainland mountains beyond.
Cnoc Fealach nan Cas A lumpy moorland hilltop above the Braigh an Uird Forest in Sleat. Recent dry weather on Skye has made walking here pleasant, but in wetter weather, the moor would become very boggy and challenging.
Cnoc Fealach nan Cas
A lumpy moorland hilltop above the Braigh an Uird Forest in Sleat. Recent dry weather on Skye has made walking here pleasant, but in wetter weather, the moor would become very boggy and challenging.
Lochan on the moor This is the most southerly of a group of lochans in the area which go under the collective name of Lochan Fada.
Lochan on the moor
This is the most southerly of a group of lochans in the area which go under the collective name of Lochan Fada.
Moorland and lochan The moorland here would be very boggy in wet weather. Fortunately, there has been no significant rainfall for several weeks, so today, the going was relatively easy.
Moorland and lochan
The moorland here would be very boggy in wet weather. Fortunately, there has been no significant rainfall for several weeks, so today, the going was relatively easy.
Lochan Dubh? One of the lochans on the moor here is named on the OS map as Lochan Dubh, though it is not clear which lochan has the name. 'Dubh' is Gaelic for 'black', and in weather like today, the lochans look anything but black, though I can imagine on a gloomy wet winters day the deep, still water could look very black indeed. The domed hill in the background is An Cruachan.
Lochan Dubh?
One of the lochans on the moor here is named on the OS map as Lochan Dubh, though it is not clear which lochan has the name. 'Dubh' is Gaelic for 'black', and in weather like today, the lochans look anything but black, though I can imagine on a gloomy wet winters day the deep, still water could look very black indeed. The domed hill in the background is An Cruachan.
Moorland below Sgòrach Breac The heather moorland here would become very boggy in wet weather. Fortunately for me, Skye has been largely dry for the past several weeks, so the going was relatively easy. In a few weeks time, the browns of the moor will turn green as this years grasses grow tall. The hill ahead is Sgòrach Breac, in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NG6513">NG6513</a> - the summit being the highest point in the Sleat peninsula.
Moorland below Sgòrach Breac
The heather moorland here would become very boggy in wet weather. Fortunately for me, Skye has been largely dry for the past several weeks, so the going was relatively easy. In a few weeks time, the browns of the moor will turn green as this years grasses grow tall. The hill ahead is Sgòrach Breac, in NG6513 - the summit being the highest point in the Sleat peninsula.
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Lochan Doiragat is located at Grid Ref: NG6511 (Lat: 57.131213, Lng: -5.8782996)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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