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Loch Àirigh Mhic Criadh

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

Scotland

Loch Àirigh Mhic Criadh

An Groban
An Groban Credit: David Brown

Loch Àirigh Mhic Criadh is a freshwater loch located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is a relatively small body of water, measuring approximately 1.5 hectares in size. The loch is surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery, creating a picturesque and serene setting.

The water in Loch Àirigh Mhic Criadh is clear and clean, making it an ideal habitat for a variety of aquatic plants and wildlife. The loch is home to a number of species of fish, including trout and perch, making it a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts.

The surrounding area of Loch Àirigh Mhic Criadh is also rich in biodiversity, with a diverse range of plant and animal species calling the marshy shores home. Birdwatchers may spot a variety of waterfowl and wading birds in the area, adding to the natural beauty of the loch.

Overall, Loch Àirigh Mhic Criadh is a tranquil and scenic spot, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the beauty of the Scottish countryside.

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Loch Àirigh Mhic Criadh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.725692/-5.6470085 or Grid Reference NG8276. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

An Groban
An Groban
Flowerdale waterfall
Flowerdale waterfall
Towards Creag Bhada Moorland peatbog.
Towards Creag Bhada
Moorland peatbog.
Entrance to Gairloch quarry
Entrance to Gairloch quarry
Loch Airigh a Phuil
Loch Airigh a Phuil
Creag Bhadan an Aisc The English translation of Creag Bhadan an Aisc is 'The Rock of the Place of Interment.' It got this name from an incident in the 16th century during the blood feud between the MacLeods and Mackenzies. Two young boys were said to have been murdered and buried here by two of their uncles.
Creag Bhadan an Aisc
The English translation of Creag Bhadan an Aisc is 'The Rock of the Place of Interment.' It got this name from an incident in the 16th century during the blood feud between the MacLeods and Mackenzies. Two young boys were said to have been murdered and buried here by two of their uncles.
Flowerdale House Flowerdale House is a large property in the valley running down to Charlestown on the shore of Loch Gairloch; it was built in 1738 for Sir Alexander Mackenzie and his wife, Janet.
Flowerdale House
Flowerdale House is a large property in the valley running down to Charlestown on the shore of Loch Gairloch; it was built in 1738 for Sir Alexander Mackenzie and his wife, Janet.
Waterfall on Easan Bàna The Easan Bàna ("White Waterfalls") flow into Flowerdale and down to Loch Gairloch. Oddly, on OS maps, the waterfall is given the same name as the stream which lower down has the name Abhainn Ghlas. On the shelf below the main fall sandstone boulders are perched; clearly a different rock type; they have presumably been carried down by the stream in spate.
Waterfall on Easan Bàna
The Easan Bàna ("White Waterfalls") flow into Flowerdale and down to Loch Gairloch. Oddly, on OS maps, the waterfall is given the same name as the stream which lower down has the name Abhainn Ghlas. On the shelf below the main fall sandstone boulders are perched; clearly a different rock type; they have presumably been carried down by the stream in spate.
An Groban The block of hill country east of Loch Gairloch, bounded on three sides by the A832 and to the east by Loch Maree may contain hills of just modest height but the whole area is a wonderful chaos of rock and lochan. No hill exemplifies the nature of the peaks there better than An Groban, the south face of which is seen here.
An Groban
The block of hill country east of Loch Gairloch, bounded on three sides by the A832 and to the east by Loch Maree may contain hills of just modest height but the whole area is a wonderful chaos of rock and lochan. No hill exemplifies the nature of the peaks there better than An Groban, the south face of which is seen here.
Reedy lochan north-west of An Groban The lochan is unnamed on OS maps at any scale but lies to the west of the larger Loch Airigh a' Phuill. The rocky hill in the distance has two tops, Meall an Spardain and Meall an Doirein; the last named is the higher and is a 'Marilyn'.
Reedy lochan north-west of An Groban
The lochan is unnamed on OS maps at any scale but lies to the west of the larger Loch Airigh a' Phuill. The rocky hill in the distance has two tops, Meall an Spardain and Meall an Doirein; the last named is the higher and is a 'Marilyn'.
Abhainn Ghlas Autumn rain has swollen the river, which is crossed by a footbridge at this point.
Abhainn Ghlas
Autumn rain has swollen the river, which is crossed by a footbridge at this point.
Abhainn Ghlas A footpath provides reasonably easy access through Flowerdale to the Easan Bàna and Eas Dubh waterfalls. Wet weather, as today, guarantees a good flow in the river.
Abhainn Ghlas
A footpath provides reasonably easy access through Flowerdale to the Easan Bàna and Eas Dubh waterfalls. Wet weather, as today, guarantees a good flow in the river.
Eas Dubh An impressive waterfall in the Abhainn Ghlas, reasonably accessible via a scenic footpath through Flowerdale.
Eas Dubh
An impressive waterfall in the Abhainn Ghlas, reasonably accessible via a scenic footpath through Flowerdale.
Eas Dubh It only takes a little struggle through the undergrowth off the path to get a good view of the impressive waterfall in the Abhainn Ghlas.
Eas Dubh
It only takes a little struggle through the undergrowth off the path to get a good view of the impressive waterfall in the Abhainn Ghlas.
Over the top of the waterfall This view looks over the top of the Eas Dubh waterfall in the Abhainn Ghlas. (See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3267063">NG8274 : Eas Dubh</a> ). A sometimes rocky footpath provides access through Flowerdale to this point, and loops back to Gairloch through the woods.
Over the top of the waterfall
This view looks over the top of the Eas Dubh waterfall in the Abhainn Ghlas. (See also NG8274 : Eas Dubh ). A sometimes rocky footpath provides access through Flowerdale to this point, and loops back to Gairloch through the woods.
Footbridge over Allt a' Ghlinne A footpath leads from Gairloch village through Flowerdale providing access to the impressive Eas Dubh waterfall. There are several footbridges along the path. This bridge is above the waterfall, and permits an alternative route back to Gairloch.
Footbridge over Allt a' Ghlinne
A footpath leads from Gairloch village through Flowerdale providing access to the impressive Eas Dubh waterfall. There are several footbridges along the path. This bridge is above the waterfall, and permits an alternative route back to Gairloch.
Gleann a' Ghrobain A view up the Glen from a path from Gairloch which provides access to the nearby Eas Dubh waterfall.
Gleann a' Ghrobain
A view up the Glen from a path from Gairloch which provides access to the nearby Eas Dubh waterfall.
Path towards Gairloch The path provides a circular route from Gairloch and through Flowerdale, taking in the impressive Eas Dubh waterfall.
Path towards Gairloch
The path provides a circular route from Gairloch and through Flowerdale, taking in the impressive Eas Dubh waterfall.
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Loch Àirigh Mhic Criadh is located at Grid Ref: NG8276 (Lat: 57.725692, Lng: -5.6470085)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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