Loch nan Tri-eileanan

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

Scotland

Loch nan Tri-eileanan

Summit cairn, An Ruadh-Mheallan Credit: David Brown

Loch nan Tri-eileanan, located in Ross-shire, Scotland, is a freshwater loch that is also known as the "Lake of the Three Islands." The loch gets its name from the three small islands that are situated within its waters. It covers an area of approximately 10 acres and is surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills.

The loch is a popular spot for fishing, with a variety of fish species such as trout and pike inhabiting its waters. Anglers can often be seen casting their lines from the banks of the loch, hoping for a successful catch. The calm and serene waters of Loch nan Tri-eileanan also make it a tranquil spot for boating and canoeing.

The surrounding area is rich in wildlife, with various bird species, such as herons and ducks, frequenting the loch's shores. The peaceful atmosphere of Loch nan Tri-eileanan makes it a perfect spot for birdwatching and nature enthusiasts.

Overall, Loch nan Tri-eileanan is a picturesque and serene freshwater loch, offering visitors the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Scotland's natural landscape and wildlife.

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Loch nan Tri-eileanan Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.576029/-5.6350352 or Grid Reference NG8259. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Summit cairn, An Ruadh-Mheallan

David Brown

Abhainn Alligin in An RÃ¨idh-choire

David Brown

Waterfall on the Abhainn Alligin by the old shieling

David Brown

An Ruadh Mheallan

View across Loch Torridon.

Richard Webb

Road from Diabaig to Alligin

Alpin Stewart

Stile and gate in forestry fence, Upper Diabaig

Alpin Stewart

Upper Diabaig

Taken from the Diabaig road. View past the ruined cottage in front to the narrow off-shot of Loch Diabaigas Airde where it joins Loch a' Mhullaich which is visible behind the more distant and more pristine cottage. The cnoc rising to the left is Meall Ceann na Creige.

Hilmar Ilgenfritz

Ruined Cottage in Upper Diabaig

Taken from the Diabaig road. View past the ruins and over the narrow off-shot from Loch Diabaigas Airde to Creag an Fhraoich.

Hilmar Ilgenfritz

Water Rushing down to Loch Diabaigas Airde

Taken from the Diabaig road near the passage over Allt Airigh Eachainn which forms the waterfall. On the right rises Sithean Mor.

Hilmar Ilgenfritz

Undulating ground with rock outcrops

The hill country seen in the image lies to the north of Loch nan Tri-eileanan. In the distance Ben Shieldaig lies to the left, (beyond the unseen Upper Loch Torridon), with Applecross to the right.

Trevor Littlewood