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Upper Grassy Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Sutherland

Scotland

Upper Grassy Pool

The old A837 fading away
The old A837 fading away Credit: Peter Moore

Upper Grassy Pool, located in Sutherland, is a picturesque freshwater marsh renowned for its tranquil beauty and diverse ecosystem. Covering an area of approximately 10 acres, it is a natural basin with an average depth of 3 meters. The pool is surrounded by lush vegetation, including reeds, sedges, and water lilies, which provide a perfect habitat for numerous species of waterfowl, amphibians, and fish.

The pool is fed by a small stream that originates from the nearby hills, ensuring a constant flow of fresh water. The water in Upper Grassy Pool is crystal clear and relatively shallow, allowing sunlight to penetrate to the bottom and nurture the growth of aquatic plants. These plants not only provide a source of food and shelter for the resident wildlife but also contribute to the pool's overall aesthetic appeal.

The pool is home to a variety of fish species, including pike, perch, and roach, attracting avid anglers from far and wide. Angling is a popular recreational activity here, with visitors often catching impressive specimens. In addition to fishing, Upper Grassy Pool offers opportunities for birdwatching and nature photography, thanks to its rich birdlife. Swans, ducks, herons, and coots are just a few of the species that can be spotted in and around the pool.

The area surrounding Upper Grassy Pool is also worth exploring, as it boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna. Visitors can enjoy leisurely walks along the well-maintained footpaths, which offer breathtaking views of the pool and its surroundings. Overall, Upper Grassy Pool is a haven for nature enthusiasts seeking tranquility and a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 58.173309/-5.1625845 or Grid Reference NC1424. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The old A837 fading away
The old A837 fading away
The old A837 which kept closer to the River Inver
The old A837 which kept closer to the River Inver
Culag Community Woodland Trust shelter, Loch an t-Sabhail Appropriate for the "loch of the barn", the Trust have built this wooden framed shelter beside the loch. Quinag is the background hill.
Culag Community Woodland Trust shelter, Loch an t-Sabhail
Appropriate for the "loch of the barn", the Trust have built this wooden framed shelter beside the loch. Quinag is the background hill.
Loch Uidh na Geadaig, Assynt A fine June day among the Assynt lochs.
Loch Uidh na Geadaig, Assynt
A fine June day among the Assynt lochs.
Assynt path network On the other side of the burn, the post marks the junction of a deer track with one of the well-made Assynt paths. Quinag is the distant hill.
Assynt path network
On the other side of the burn, the post marks the junction of a deer track with one of the well-made Assynt paths. Quinag is the distant hill.
Assynt path The view along the continuation of the path mentioned in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5022072">NC1426 : Assynt path network</a> With deer fenced out, natural regeneration of mixed woodland is taking place. The distinctive shape of Suilven dominates the horizon.
Assynt path
The view along the continuation of the path mentioned in NC1426 : Assynt path network With deer fenced out, natural regeneration of mixed woodland is taking place. The distinctive shape of Suilven dominates the horizon.
Assynt sheilings One of the easier photos to place with absolute certainty! The path, part of the Assynt path network, makes the walk up to the ruins easy. Bealach a' Chornaidh on Quinag is the obvious dip in the skyline behind the sheiling walls.
Assynt sheilings
One of the easier photos to place with absolute certainty! The path, part of the Assynt path network, makes the walk up to the ruins easy. Bealach a' Chornaidh on Quinag is the obvious dip in the skyline behind the sheiling walls.
Cnoc and loch country east of Lochinver The tangled landscape of the country to the east of Lochinver where Lewisian Gneiss is the underlying rock.
Cnoc and loch country east of Lochinver
The tangled landscape of the country to the east of Lochinver where Lewisian Gneiss is the underlying rock.
Shallow valley in rough country This might be rough country with rock, bog and lochs, but the Little Assynt estate has created a network of good paths that make access easy. The long western flanks of Quinag in the distance.
Shallow valley in rough country
This might be rough country with rock, bog and lochs, but the Little Assynt estate has created a network of good paths that make access easy. The long western flanks of Quinag in the distance.
Ruins on the moor A series of ruins on a dry patch of moor. The OS map shows 'sheilings' in this area, although the shape of some of the ruins would suggest blackhouses.
Ruins on the moor
A series of ruins on a dry patch of moor. The OS map shows 'sheilings' in this area, although the shape of some of the ruins would suggest blackhouses.
Little Assynt estate path An excellent path that winds its way over low craggy hills and around lochans and bogs through the Little Assynt estate. The view here is along the path with Suilven on the skyline.
Little Assynt estate path
An excellent path that winds its way over low craggy hills and around lochans and bogs through the Little Assynt estate. The view here is along the path with Suilven on the skyline.
Loch Beannach The view over an oddly shaped loch from a hilltop on 'Ken's Path', which is on the Little Assynt estate. Much of this area now has deer fencing in an effort to rejuvenate woodland, which is seen here on the small islands where only the most determined red deer would venture.
Loch Beannach
The view over an oddly shaped loch from a hilltop on 'Ken's Path', which is on the Little Assynt estate. Much of this area now has deer fencing in an effort to rejuvenate woodland, which is seen here on the small islands where only the most determined red deer would venture.
East from point 116m The well marked and maintained path through the area leads over two small hills, this view being from the 116m spot height, and which includes the other small rocky hill [the path can be seen to the left] at 130m. The distant view is dominated by the long serrated ridge of Quirang, one of the finest mountains in the NW Highlands.
East from point 116m
The well marked and maintained path through the area leads over two small hills, this view being from the 116m spot height, and which includes the other small rocky hill [the path can be seen to the left] at 130m. The distant view is dominated by the long serrated ridge of Quirang, one of the finest mountains in the NW Highlands.
Old sheiling above Loch an t-Sabhail On the drier slopes above this loch are the remains of several sheilings. The question is, were they just summer pasture shelters or something more permanent?
Old sheiling above Loch an t-Sabhail
On the drier slopes above this loch are the remains of several sheilings. The question is, were they just summer pasture shelters or something more permanent?
Loch an t-Sabhail Small loch set amongst the knobbly terrain below Quinag.
Loch an t-Sabhail
Small loch set amongst the knobbly terrain below Quinag.
Path ascending from the lochside On one of the Little Assynt estate paths as it climbs a small rocky hill above Loch an t-Sabhail. Beyond the loch is its slightly larger neighbour, Loch an Ruighein, and beyond that again a line of small crags denote the edge of the promised land of a 'virgin' grid square. This contributor did attempt to reach the square via the moor on the west side of the lochs, but after floundering in thick vegetation and bog for some time decided that the prize wasn't worth the effort.
Path ascending from the lochside
On one of the Little Assynt estate paths as it climbs a small rocky hill above Loch an t-Sabhail. Beyond the loch is its slightly larger neighbour, Loch an Ruighein, and beyond that again a line of small crags denote the edge of the promised land of a 'virgin' grid square. This contributor did attempt to reach the square via the moor on the west side of the lochs, but after floundering in thick vegetation and bog for some time decided that the prize wasn't worth the effort.
The old road and the river The A837 is a fine road running west from Skiag Bridge to Lochinver along the shores of Loch Assynt and below the impressive flanks of Quinag. The road must have been re-engineered in the 1970's as it is shown as two way along the loch side and as single track from Little Assynt to Lochinver in a rather old [1976] road atlas of mine. Here is a small section of the old road running alongside the River Inver.
The old road and the river
The A837 is a fine road running west from Skiag Bridge to Lochinver along the shores of Loch Assynt and below the impressive flanks of Quinag. The road must have been re-engineered in the 1970's as it is shown as two way along the loch side and as single track from Little Assynt to Lochinver in a rather old [1976] road atlas of mine. Here is a small section of the old road running alongside the River Inver.
The old A837 The former A837 single track road is seen to the left of the photo, and is gradually being taken over by nature. The wide and rapid flowing River Inver is to the right, whilst in the background is the serrated ridge of Quinag.
The old A837
The former A837 single track road is seen to the left of the photo, and is gradually being taken over by nature. The wide and rapid flowing River Inver is to the right, whilst in the background is the serrated ridge of Quinag.
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Upper Grassy Pool is located at Grid Ref: NC1424 (Lat: 58.173309, Lng: -5.1625845)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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