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Lochan an Tairt

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

Scotland

Lochan an Tairt

Track descending to Loch Bruicheach The track runs across moorland from Glenconvinth, and descends to the end of Loch Bruicheach.
Track descending to Loch Bruicheach Credit: Craig Wallace

Lochan an Tairt is a small freshwater loch located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is situated near the village of Farr, nestled within the picturesque Scottish Highlands. The loch is surrounded by rolling hills and lush vegetation, providing a serene and peaceful setting for visitors to enjoy.

Measuring approximately 200 meters in length and 100 meters in width, Lochan an Tairt is relatively small in size but offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The water is clear and calm, making it an ideal spot for fishing, bird-watching, or simply taking in the natural beauty of the area.

The loch is home to a variety of aquatic plants and wildlife, including waterfowl, fish, and insects. Visitors may also catch a glimpse of red deer or other native animals that frequent the area.

Overall, Lochan an Tairt is a hidden gem in the Highlands, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you're looking to relax by the water's edge or explore the surrounding countryside, this beautiful loch is sure to leave a lasting impression on all who visit.

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Lochan an Tairt Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.367075/-4.5871555 or Grid Reference NH4433. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Track descending to Loch Bruicheach The track runs across moorland from Glenconvinth, and descends to the end of Loch Bruicheach.
Track descending to Loch Bruicheach
The track runs across moorland from Glenconvinth, and descends to the end of Loch Bruicheach.
Track past Lochan an Tairt The track descends across the moor towards Glen Urquhart.
Track past Lochan an Tairt
The track descends across the moor towards Glen Urquhart.
Moorland track, towards Lochan an Tairt This track runs up round the hill towards Lochan an Tairt. The hill just to the right of the centre is named on the OS maps as "Tigh an Luig Dhuibh", possibly Gaelic for "house of the dark hollow". This area is mostly heather moorland with some patches of bracken, and a few sheep wandering around. To the left is the valley of the Camault Burn.
Moorland track, towards Lochan an Tairt
This track runs up round the hill towards Lochan an Tairt. The hill just to the right of the centre is named on the OS maps as "Tigh an Luig Dhuibh", possibly Gaelic for "house of the dark hollow". This area is mostly heather moorland with some patches of bracken, and a few sheep wandering around. To the left is the valley of the Camault Burn.
Poll an t-Searraich
Poll an t-Searraich
Estate track south of Loch Bruicheach
Estate track south of Loch Bruicheach
Moorland track, descending towards a lochan The track runs down past the end of the lochan, then swings round to climb up the hill opposite. This looks like a fairly large lochan, on a tributary of the Allt Poll an t-Searraich. Though it seems the lochan isn't marked on any of the OS maps. This was a rather cold day, with frost on the track, and patches of ice on the lochan.
Moorland track, descending towards a lochan
The track runs down past the end of the lochan, then swings round to climb up the hill opposite. This looks like a fairly large lochan, on a tributary of the Allt Poll an t-Searraich. Though it seems the lochan isn't marked on any of the OS maps. This was a rather cold day, with frost on the track, and patches of ice on the lochan.
Moorland view to Loch Bruicheach A view from the track, looking across the rough moorland. A gap in the hills gives a view of Loch Bruicheach.
Moorland view to Loch Bruicheach
A view from the track, looking across the rough moorland. A gap in the hills gives a view of Loch Bruicheach.
Gate on the moorland track, above Lochan an Tairt This track runs up from Glen Urquhart, and across the moor. It is crossed by a fence, with a locked gate.
Gate on the moorland track, above Lochan an Tairt
This track runs up from Glen Urquhart, and across the moor. It is crossed by a fence, with a locked gate.
Moorland track, by Lochan an Tairt This track runs up from Glen Urquhart, and across the moor.
Moorland track, by Lochan an Tairt
This track runs up from Glen Urquhart, and across the moor.
Lochan an Tairt Looking across rough moorland to the loch. There is a small wooden jetty at the corner, with a boat moored.
Lochan an Tairt
Looking across rough moorland to the loch. There is a small wooden jetty at the corner, with a boat moored.
Moorland track, by Lochan an Tairt This track runs up from Glen Urquhart, and across the moor. A somewhat misty day.
Moorland track, by Lochan an Tairt
This track runs up from Glen Urquhart, and across the moor. A somewhat misty day.
Lochan an Tairt track
Lochan an Tairt track
Lochan an Tairt
Lochan an Tairt
Lochan an Tairt, early morning
Lochan an Tairt, early morning
Sunrise from Carn Mor SE ridge
Sunrise from Carn Mor SE ridge
Carn Mor trig
Carn Mor trig
Creag Muigeil
Creag Muigeil
Track below Creag a' Chatha
Track below Creag a' Chatha
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Lochan an Tairt is located at Grid Ref: NH4433 (Lat: 57.367075, Lng: -4.5871555)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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