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Loch Strathy

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Sutherland

Scotland

Loch Strathy

Deer fence in a sea of carpet bog. The forestry is set back some distance inside the fence; maybe it is too wet for the trees to grow.
Deer fence in a sea of carpet bog. Credit: Colin Bennett

Loch Strathy is a picturesque freshwater loch located in the county of Sutherland, in the northern part of the Scottish Highlands. Covering an area of approximately 4.5 square kilometers, it is nestled amidst the stunning natural beauty of the surrounding mountains and moorlands.

The loch is characterized by its crystal-clear waters, which are sourced from numerous small streams that flow down from the nearby hills. Its depth ranges from shallow areas near the shore to deeper sections in the middle, reaching a maximum depth of around 20 meters. Loch Strathy is fed by rainfall and snowmelt, and it drains into the River Strathy, which eventually empties into the North Sea.

Surrounded by a diverse range of vegetation, Loch Strathy is home to a variety of flora and fauna. The area around the loch consists of heather-covered moorland, scattered birch and pine trees, and patches of boggy ground. This habitat provides a favorable environment for numerous bird species, including red-throated divers, golden eagles, and ospreys, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

The loch also supports a vibrant population of freshwater fish, such as brown trout and pike, making it an ideal location for angling. Additionally, Loch Strathy attracts outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy activities like kayaking, canoeing, and wild swimming due to its calm and tranquil waters.

Accessible via a minor road, Loch Strathy offers visitors a peaceful and unspoiled setting to immerse themselves in nature. The surrounding landscape, combined with the rich biodiversity, makes Loch Strathy a haven for wildlife and an idyllic destination for nature lovers seeking a serene and authentic Scottish experience.

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Loch Strathy Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.395023/-4.0946589 or Grid Reference NC7747. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Deer fence in a sea of carpet bog. The forestry is set back some distance inside the fence; maybe it is too wet for the trees to grow.
Deer fence in a sea of carpet bog.
The forestry is set back some distance inside the fence; maybe it is too wet for the trees to grow.
Crag near Loch Strathy Near Loch Strathy there are numerous rock exposures.
Crag near Loch Strathy
Near Loch Strathy there are numerous rock exposures.
Moorland near Loch na Saobhaidhe Moorland in east Sutherland is often easier to walk on than you may think, here there are rock exposures and crisp heath as opposed to the deep peat and dubh lochans.
Moorland near Loch na Saobhaidhe
Moorland in east Sutherland is often easier to walk on than you may think, here there are rock exposures and crisp heath as opposed to the deep peat and dubh lochans.
Loch Strathy esker The kame which holds back Loch Strathy, seen over an expanse of bog.
Loch Strathy esker
The kame which holds back Loch Strathy, seen over an expanse of bog.
Moorland near Loch na Saobhaidhe Granite outcrops on moorland above Loch Strathy.
Moorland near Loch na Saobhaidhe
Granite outcrops on moorland above Loch Strathy.
Moorland near Loch na Saobhaidhe Rock outcrops and easy underfoot conditions above the usual blanket bog.
Moorland near Loch na Saobhaidhe
Rock outcrops and easy underfoot conditions above the usual blanket bog.
Strathy headwater A burn feeds the River Strathy soon after it emerges from Loch Strathy.
Strathy headwater
A burn feeds the River Strathy soon after it emerges from Loch Strathy.
Moorland near Loch na Saobhaidhe Lovely rocky moorland with easy walking somewhere between the Naver and Halladale. Home to a fair number of golden plover.
Moorland near Loch na Saobhaidhe
Lovely rocky moorland with easy walking somewhere between the Naver and Halladale. Home to a fair number of golden plover.
Moorland near Loch na Saobhaidhe Easy going on a mix of bogs, bedrock and gravels.
Moorland near Loch na Saobhaidhe
Easy going on a mix of bogs, bedrock and gravels.
Bog, Loch Strathy Flow country which survived the Wogan trees to the north. Unfortunately the wooded area is now threatened by a couple of wind farms, with one already nearing completion.
Bog, Loch Strathy
Flow country which survived the Wogan trees to the north. Unfortunately the wooded area is now threatened by a couple of wind farms, with one already nearing completion.
Strathy headwater Bog country with a propsosed wind farm site and Wogan tree plantation in the background.
Strathy headwater
Bog country with a propsosed wind farm site and Wogan tree plantation in the background.
Strathy headwater A burn in a rocky gully behind Creag na h-Iolaire. The burn flows onto a flat bog before joining the Strathy.
Strathy headwater
A burn in a rocky gully behind Creag na h-Iolaire. The burn flows onto a flat bog before joining the Strathy.
Bog near Loch Strathy Peat bog on the headwaters of the Strathy. Loch na Saobhaidhe is on the rocky broad ridge in the background.
Bog near Loch Strathy
Peat bog on the headwaters of the Strathy. Loch na Saobhaidhe is on the rocky broad ridge in the background.
Creag na h-Iolaire A craggy spur above Loch Strathy.
Creag na h-Iolaire
A craggy spur above Loch Strathy.
Moorland near Loch Strathy Looking south towards Meall Ceann Loch Strathy.
Moorland near Loch Strathy
Looking south towards Meall Ceann Loch Strathy.
Moorland near Loch Strathy View over the loch towards Beinn a' Mhadaidh.
Moorland near Loch Strathy
View over the loch towards Beinn a' Mhadaidh.
Loch Strathy A fine moorland setting with some interesting deposition features. Looking towards Beinn a' Mhadaidh.
Loch Strathy
A fine moorland setting with some interesting deposition features. Looking towards Beinn a' Mhadaidh.
Loch Strathy The land to the north of the loch is flat and boggy.
Loch Strathy
The land to the north of the loch is flat and boggy.
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Loch Strathy is located at Grid Ref: NC7747 (Lat: 58.395023, Lng: -4.0946589)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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