Rubha Dubh

Landscape Feature in Dunbartonshire

Scotland

Rubha Dubh

Lay-by on the A82, Loch Lomond — Lay-by on the A82, Loch Lomond Credit: Steven Brown

Rubha Dubh is a prominent headland located in Dunbartonshire, Scotland. It juts out into the Firth of Clyde, offering stunning views of the surrounding coastline and the nearby islands of Bute and Arran. The headland is characterized by rugged cliffs and rocky outcrops, which provide a habitat for a variety of seabirds such as gannets and puffins.

The name Rubha Dubh translates to "black point" in Gaelic, a nod to the dark, volcanic rock that makes up much of the headland. The area is popular with hikers and nature enthusiasts, who come to explore the coastal paths and enjoy the diverse wildlife that calls Rubha Dubh home.

The headland is also steeped in history, with archaeological remains dating back to the Iron Age. Visitors can explore ancient forts and burial mounds, giving them a glimpse into the area's past.

Overall, Rubha Dubh is a picturesque and historically significant landscape feature that offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage for visitors to enjoy.

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Rubha Dubh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.178374/-4.6835869 or Grid Reference NN3301. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lay-by on the A82, Loch Lomond

Lay-by on the A82, Loch Lomond

Lay-by on the A82, Loch Lomond

Lay-by on the A82, Loch Lomond

Lay-by on the A82 near Firkin Point

Lay-by on the A82 near Firkin Point

A82 near Firkin Point

A82 near Firkin Point

Lay-by for wide loads on the A82

Lay-by for wide loads on the A82

Old alignment of the A82 at Loch Lomond

Old alignment of the A82 at Loch Lomond

A82, southbound The A82 is a trunk road in Scotland. It is the principal route from Lowland Scotland to the western Scottish Highlands, running from Glasgow to Inverness, going by Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Fort William and the Great Glen. It is 167 miles long.
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A82, southbound

The A82 is a trunk road in Scotland. It is the principal route from Lowland Scotland to the western Scottish Highlands, running from Glasgow to Inverness, going by Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Fort William and the Great Glen. It is 167 miles long. Link

A82, northbound The A82 is a trunk road in Scotland. It is the principal route from Lowland Scotland to the western Scottish Highlands, running from Glasgow to Inverness, going by Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Fort William and the Great Glen. It is 167 miles long.
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A82, northbound

The A82 is a trunk road in Scotland. It is the principal route from Lowland Scotland to the western Scottish Highlands, running from Glasgow to Inverness, going by Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Fort William and the Great Glen. It is 167 miles long. Link

A82, Hollybank The A82 is a trunk road in Scotland. It is the principal route from Lowland Scotland to the western Scottish Highlands, running from Glasgow to Inverness, going by Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Fort William and the Great Glen. It is 167 miles long.
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A82, Hollybank

The A82 is a trunk road in Scotland. It is the principal route from Lowland Scotland to the western Scottish Highlands, running from Glasgow to Inverness, going by Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Fort William and the Great Glen. It is 167 miles long. Link

The upper line of the West Highland Way There is a choice of parallel routes of the Way here. This is the broad, higher track through the woods above the loch.

The upper line of the West Highland Way

There is a choice of parallel routes of the Way here. This is the broad, higher track through the woods above the loch.

The West Highland Way north of Ptarmigan Lodge Easy walking on this section of the path.

The West Highland Way north of Ptarmigan Lodge

Easy walking on this section of the path.

An easy section of the West Highland Way Straightforward walking up the east of Loch Lomond towards Inversnaid.

An easy section of the West Highland Way

Straightforward walking up the east of Loch Lomond towards Inversnaid.

Steep birch woods above Loch Lomond Viewed from the West Highland Way.

Steep birch woods above Loch Lomond

Viewed from the West Highland Way.

At Firkin Point More than one photographer was there on our mid-August visit to Loch Lomond.

At Firkin Point

More than one photographer was there on our mid-August visit to Loch Lomond.

Mary and Angus Hogg

Loch Lomond View Viewed from the old A82 which now provides a loch-side path for walkers and cyclists.

Loch Lomond View

Viewed from the old A82 which now provides a loch-side path for walkers and cyclists.

Mary and Angus Hogg

The Bonnie, Bonnie Banks This view shows how the bonnie banks inspired the famous song about Loch Lomond.

The Bonnie, Bonnie Banks

This view shows how the bonnie banks inspired the famous song about Loch Lomond.

Mary and Angus Hogg

Woodland View Peeping through the leaves of oak and birch in the ancient woodland alongside Loch Lomond.

Woodland View

Peeping through the leaves of oak and birch in the ancient woodland alongside Loch Lomond.

Mary and Angus Hogg

West Loch Lomond Cycle Path

West Loch Lomond Cycle Path

Elliott Simpson

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Rubha Dubh is located at Grid Ref: NN3301 (Lat: 56.178374, Lng: -4.6835869)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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