Loch Tuill Bhearnach

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

Scotland

Loch Tuill Bhearnach

Bealach Toll an Lochain
Bealach Toll an Lochain Credit: Alan Reid

Loch Tuill Bhearnach is a small freshwater loch located in Ross-shire, Scotland. The loch is surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery, creating a picturesque and tranquil setting. The water in the loch is clear and has a greenish tint due to the presence of algae and other aquatic plants.

The loch is relatively shallow, with an average depth of around 5 meters, making it an ideal habitat for a variety of freshwater fish and other aquatic wildlife. Visitors to Loch Tuill Bhearnach can often spot birds such as ducks, swans, and herons along the shoreline, as well as fish swimming in the water.

The area surrounding the loch is popular with hikers and nature enthusiasts, who enjoy exploring the surrounding countryside and taking in the stunning views of the loch and surrounding landscape. There are also several walking trails that wind their way around the loch, providing opportunities for visitors to experience the natural beauty of the area up close.

Overall, Loch Tuill Bhearnach is a peaceful and scenic spot that offers visitors a chance to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of the Scottish countryside.

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Loch Tuill Bhearnach Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.361765/-5.0466798 or Grid Reference NH1634. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bealach Toll an Lochain
Bealach Toll an Lochain
The summit of Sgurr na Lapaich Loch Tuill Bhearnach lies below Creag a' Chaorainn.
The summit of Sgurr na Lapaich
Loch Tuill Bhearnach lies below Creag a' Chaorainn.
Sgùrr nan Clachan Geala The peak of the shining stones. An outcrop of quartzite.
Sgùrr nan Clachan Geala
The peak of the shining stones. An outcrop of quartzite.
Creag a' Chaorainn A decaying cornice hangs above Loch Tuill Bhearnach.
Creag a' Chaorainn
A decaying cornice hangs above Loch Tuill Bhearnach.
Clouds over Sgurr na Lapaich from Glen Strathfarrar
Clouds over Sgurr na Lapaich from Glen Strathfarrar
South ridge of Carn nan Gobhar
South ridge of Carn nan Gobhar
Mist clears briefly on Carn nan Gobhar
Mist clears briefly on Carn nan Gobhar
Clach Dubh A big boulder that makes it onto the Ordnance Survey's 1:25k map.  Sgùrr na Lapaich is across the Bealach na Cloiche Duibhe.
Clach Dubh
A big boulder that makes it onto the Ordnance Survey's 1:25k map. Sgùrr na Lapaich is across the Bealach na Cloiche Duibhe.
Loch Tuill Bearnach Corrie lochan beneath Sgùrr na Lapaich
Loch Tuill Bearnach
Corrie lochan beneath Sgùrr na Lapaich
On Càrn nan Gobhair Bare patch near the summit and a view between Bidean an Eòin Deirg and Maoile Lunndaidh to Sgùrr nan Ceannaichean above Achnasheen.
On Càrn nan Gobhair
Bare patch near the summit and a view between Bidean an Eòin Deirg and Maoile Lunndaidh to Sgùrr nan Ceannaichean above Achnasheen.
Sgùrr na Lapaich The highest summit on the ridge between Glen Strathfarrar and Glen Cannich. The main summit is on the right. View from the very steep southern slopes of Beinn na Muice as cloud was evaporating.
Sgùrr na Lapaich
The highest summit on the ridge between Glen Strathfarrar and Glen Cannich. The main summit is on the right. View from the very steep southern slopes of Beinn na Muice as cloud was evaporating.
Sgurr na Laipeach from Upper Glen Strathfarrar
Sgurr na Laipeach from Upper Glen Strathfarrar
On the Goat View from summit of Càrn nan Gobhar - Hill of the Goats - looking to the shapely peak of Sgurr na Lapaich - Peak of the Bog! A fine day in the wild hills north of Loch Mullardoch.
On the Goat
View from summit of Càrn nan Gobhar - Hill of the Goats - looking to the shapely peak of Sgurr na Lapaich - Peak of the Bog! A fine day in the wild hills north of Loch Mullardoch.
Mountain Vista 2 This is the view from the western slopes of Carn nan Gobhar looking to the shapely peak of Sgurr na Lapaich - a proper mountain.
Taken from nearly the same spot as this picture nearly 14 years ago:-
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Only difference is less snow, though 2 days previous to my October 2022 picture there would have been a lot more.
Mountain Vista 2
This is the view from the western slopes of Carn nan Gobhar looking to the shapely peak of Sgurr na Lapaich - a proper mountain. Taken from nearly the same spot as this picture nearly 14 years ago:- Link Only difference is less snow, though 2 days previous to my October 2022 picture there would have been a lot more.
Mountain Rock Looking to Sgurr na Lapaich from the bealach to the east. There are a number of mighty boulders at this location and they lead the eye towards the summit slopes.
Mountain Rock
Looking to Sgurr na Lapaich from the bealach to the east. There are a number of mighty boulders at this location and they lead the eye towards the summit slopes.
The Bealach na Cloiche Duibhe Looking down the western slopes of Carn nan Gobhar to the pass, with Sgùrr na Lapaich rising dramatically beyond.
The Bealach na Cloiche Duibhe
Looking down the western slopes of Carn nan Gobhar to the pass, with Sgùrr na Lapaich rising dramatically beyond.
Loch Tuill Bhearnach Nestling under the eastern cliffs of Sgùrr na Lapaich.
Loch Tuill Bhearnach
Nestling under the eastern cliffs of Sgùrr na Lapaich.
View towards Carn Eige from Carn nan Gobhar Taken from the southern slopes where the steeper stony ground of higher up has given way to moderately sloping moss. Carn Eige is the distant mountain in the centre.
View towards Carn Eige from Carn nan Gobhar
Taken from the southern slopes where the steeper stony ground of higher up has given way to moderately sloping moss. Carn Eige is the distant mountain in the centre.
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Loch Tuill Bhearnach is located at Grid Ref: NH1634 (Lat: 57.361765, Lng: -5.0466798)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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