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Loch Uidh na Geadaig

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Sutherland

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Loch Uidh na Geadaig

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

Loch Uidh na Geadaig, also known as the Loch of the Geadaig, is a small freshwater loch located in the region of Sutherland, in the Scottish Highlands. Situated amidst stunning natural surroundings, it is nestled within the vast heather moorland and peat bog landscape typical of this region.

This picturesque loch is relatively small in size, with an approximate area of 0.15 square kilometers. It is characterized by its calm and tranquil waters, making it an ideal spot for those seeking some peaceful solitude or a quiet fishing experience.

The loch is surrounded by lush vegetation, including reeds and grasses, which provide important habitat for a variety of wildlife species. Birdwatchers will find a selection of waterfowl, such as geese, swans, and ducks, inhabiting the loch throughout the year. Additionally, the loch attracts various other bird species during migration periods.

Despite its small size, Loch Uidh na Geadaig offers a diverse range of fish species, making it a popular spot for anglers. Brown trout is the most common fish found in the loch, providing ample opportunities for fishing enthusiasts to try their luck.

Visitors to Loch Uidh na Geadaig can enjoy its serene beauty while taking in the surrounding panoramic views of the Sutherland landscape. It is an ideal location for nature lovers, photographers, and those seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Loch Uidh na Geadaig Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.180477/-5.1620307 or Grid Reference NC1425. 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.
Unnamed lochan on the moor It would be a very hard task to count all the lochs and lochans on OS Explorer sheet 442, and it is not surprising that many are not named. However this lochan does provide some foreground interest in a fine view of Quinag's western flanks. This area which is part of the Little Assynt estate is surrounded by deer fences and there are efforts being made to encourage tree growth through natural seeding and through planting. However there are a few deer within the fenced area as we came across deer slots in mud.
Unnamed lochan on the moor
It would be a very hard task to count all the lochs and lochans on OS Explorer sheet 442, and it is not surprising that many are not named. However this lochan does provide some foreground interest in a fine view of Quinag's western flanks. This area which is part of the Little Assynt estate is surrounded by deer fences and there are efforts being made to encourage tree growth through natural seeding and through planting. However there are a few deer within the fenced area as we came across deer slots in mud.
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.
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Loch Uidh na Geadaig is located at Grid Ref: NC1425 (Lat: 58.180477, Lng: -5.1620307)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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