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Loch Dionard

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Sutherland

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Loch Dionard

Cloud beyond Foinne Bhein A view from the Ardneckie viewpoint on the A838 along Loch Eriboll. The weather there was very fine, but it was a different story over to the southwest beyond the quartzite wall of Foinne Bhein. Two days later and with a wind direction change it was reversed with Loch Laxford in sunshine and a wall of cloud on the north side of the hill.
Cloud beyond Foinne Bhein Credit: Richard Webb

Loch Dionard is a freshwater loch located in the remote and rugged landscape of Sutherland, in the Scottish Highlands. It is a relatively small body of water, with a surface area of approximately 2 square kilometers. The loch is surrounded by rolling hills and moorland, creating a picturesque and tranquil setting.

The water in Loch Dionard is crystal clear and teeming with wildlife. It is home to a variety of fish species, including trout and perch, making it a popular spot for anglers. The surrounding marshland provides important habitat for a range of bird species, including lapwings, curlews, and redshanks.

Visitors to Loch Dionard can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, such as fishing, birdwatching, and hiking. The loch is also a popular spot for kayaking and canoeing, with its calm waters providing a peaceful and scenic setting for water sports.

Overall, Loch Dionard is a hidden gem in the Scottish Highlands, offering visitors the chance to experience the beauty and tranquility of Scotland's wild landscape.

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Loch Dionard Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.399856/-4.8154614 or Grid Reference NC3549. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cloud beyond Foinne Bhein A view from the Ardneckie viewpoint on the A838 along Loch Eriboll. The weather there was very fine, but it was a different story over to the southwest beyond the quartzite wall of Foinne Bhein. Two days later and with a wind direction change it was reversed with Loch Laxford in sunshine and a wall of cloud on the north side of the hill.
Cloud beyond Foinne Bhein
A view from the Ardneckie viewpoint on the A838 along Loch Eriboll. The weather there was very fine, but it was a different story over to the southwest beyond the quartzite wall of Foinne Bhein. Two days later and with a wind direction change it was reversed with Loch Laxford in sunshine and a wall of cloud on the north side of the hill.
Waterfall leading into River Dionard Beautiful waterfall about 20 metres high falling into a crystal clear pool on a small burn leading into River Dionard.
Waterfall leading into River Dionard
Beautiful waterfall about 20 metres high falling into a crystal clear pool on a small burn leading into River Dionard.
Loch Dionard Loch Dionard on a bright windy day taken from the south shore.
Loch Dionard
Loch Dionard on a bright windy day taken from the south shore.
Rocky Slopes Leading Down to Creag Urbhard There was quite a lot of pipe rock around here. Loch Eriboll in the distance.
Rocky Slopes Leading Down to Creag Urbhard
There was quite a lot of pipe rock around here. Loch Eriboll in the distance.
Looking SW towards the Summit of An t-Sail Mhor There were a number of green channels like this between the belts of loose rock and stones. There was quite a lot of pipe rock around here.
Looking SW towards the Summit of An t-Sail Mhor
There were a number of green channels like this between the belts of loose rock and stones. There was quite a lot of pipe rock around here.
The Top of the North Face of Creag Urbhard The rocky slope goes down gently until it suddenly plunges over the cliff. This is a rather airy perch, with Srath Dionard down on the left and Ben Hope in the distance on the right. Loch Eriboll is in the distance on the left.
The Top of the North Face of Creag Urbhard
The rocky slope goes down gently until it suddenly plunges over the cliff. This is a rather airy perch, with Srath Dionard down on the left and Ben Hope in the distance on the right. Loch Eriboll is in the distance on the left.
Looking Down the North Face of Creag Urbhard The cliffs drop very steeply here to the Allt Coire na Lurgainn, a tributary of the River Dionard. The track down Srath Dionard can be seen clearly beyond. In the distance are Cranstackie, Beinn Spionnaidh and Loch Eriboll.
Looking Down the North Face of Creag Urbhard
The cliffs drop very steeply here to the Allt Coire na Lurgainn, a tributary of the River Dionard. The track down Srath Dionard can be seen clearly beyond. In the distance are Cranstackie, Beinn Spionnaidh and Loch Eriboll.
Looking East Over the Plat Reidh The stony southern slopes of An t-Sail Mhor are gradually giving way to a green plateau. Ben Hope in the background.
Looking East Over the Plat Reidh
The stony southern slopes of An t-Sail Mhor are gradually giving way to a green plateau. Ben Hope in the background.
Looking SE Over the Plat Reidh The rocky southern slopes of An t-Sail Mhor are gradually giving way to a green plateau. The multiple lochans are not shown on the map. Meall Horn and the lochans to the north of it (and also Ben Klibreck) can be seen in the background.
Looking SE Over the Plat Reidh
The rocky southern slopes of An t-Sail Mhor are gradually giving way to a green plateau. The multiple lochans are not shown on the map. Meall Horn and the lochans to the north of it (and also Ben Klibreck) can be seen in the background.
Allt an Easain Ghil
Allt an Easain Ghil
Allt Creag Urbhard joining Loch Dionard
Allt Creag Urbhard joining Loch Dionard
Shoreline of Loch Dionard
Shoreline of Loch Dionard
Creag Urbhard from Bealach na h-Imrich Loch Dionard & Strath Dionard below the cliffs
Creag Urbhard from Bealach na h-Imrich
Loch Dionard & Strath Dionard below the cliffs
North face of Creag Urbhard
North face of Creag Urbhard
Loch Dionard, after a long walk
Loch Dionard, after a long walk
Fishing hut, Loch Dionard
Fishing hut, Loch Dionard
Loch Dionard Plentiful salmon and sea-trout makes Loch Dionard popular with anglers.
Loch Dionard
Plentiful salmon and sea-trout makes Loch Dionard popular with anglers.
Small pier, Loch Dionard This loch in Sutherland is popular with anglers.
Small pier, Loch Dionard
This loch in Sutherland is popular with anglers.
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Loch Dionard is located at Grid Ref: NC3549 (Lat: 58.399856, Lng: -4.8154614)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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