Taron Beag

Cliff, Slope in Ross-shire

Scotland

Taron Beag

Rocks on Druim Raois Outcropping rock and boulders litter the moorland below Mealaisbhal. — Rocks on Druim Raois Credit: Alan Reid

Taron Beag is a small coastal village located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated on the northwest coast of the country, it offers breathtaking views of the rugged cliffs and sprawling landscapes. The village is known for its picturesque setting, with the Atlantic Ocean stretching out before it.

One of the defining features of Taron Beag is its magnificent cliffs. Rising high above the shoreline, these dramatic cliffs provide a stunning backdrop to the village. They are made up of layers of ancient rock formations and are home to a variety of seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and kittiwakes. The cliffs also offer a vantage point for visitors to admire the crashing waves and enjoy the tranquility of the surroundings.

The village itself is nestled on a gentle slope leading down to the beach. The slope provides a gradual descent, making it easily accessible for residents and visitors alike. The beach is a sandy stretch perfect for leisurely walks, picnics, or simply relaxing and soaking in the peaceful atmosphere. During low tide, rock pools are exposed, allowing for exploration and discovery of various marine creatures.

Taron Beag is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The surrounding area offers ample opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and photography. The village is also a popular spot for fishing, with the nearby coastline providing a rich fishing ground. Additionally, Taron Beag is located close to several nature reserves and national parks, allowing visitors to further explore the diverse wildlife and natural beauty of the region.

Overall, Taron Beag in Ross-shire is a captivating destination that combines stunning cliffs, a gentle slope, and a picturesque beach, making it an ideal place for those seeking a peaceful and scenic coastal retreat.

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Taron Beag Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.155135/-7.0973164 or Grid Reference NB0029. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rocks on Druim Raois

Outcropping rock and boulders litter the moorland below Mealaisbhal.

Alan Reid

Road, Peat Cuttings and Moorland

Sandy Gerrard

Small pond beside the road to Islibhig

This probably represents the site of a small quarry cut for stone when the road was being constructed.

Sandy Gerrard

Geodh' an Fhithich Sea Stacks

Sandy Gerrard

Not Much of a View

In clear weather there would be a view across the square towards Mealaisbhal. It might even be worth walking another couple of hundred metres to get Loch Sanndabhat in view. As it is, cloud base is not much higher than 150 metres above sea level, and all that is visible is a swathe of wet bog interspersed with glaciated outcrops of Lewisian gneiss.

Anne Burgess

A pretty lochan

This is Lochan Mealabhat, two thirds of which is in this square. It is a pleasing geograph photo, because it clearly shows what you can see on the map: I'm standing on a little tongue of land that sticks out into the lochan, the tongue is in the square, and I'm looking across to a similar tongue.

Neville Goodman

Rubh' an Taroin headland

John Lucas

Rubh' an Taroin

Mick Garratt

Coastal moor at Mullach an TÃ roin

Alan Reid

North end of Traigh Mhangarstaidh

A beautiful beach with a fine Atlantic swell pounding in.

Julian Paren

Atlantic swell, Traigh Mhangarstaidh

An exciting time being beside to a tumultuous sea - and at close range.

Julian Paren

Looking down on Traigh Mhangarstaidh

A walk for the view with my son on the beach.

Julian Paren

Sea off Traigh Mhangarstaidh

Exhilarating!

Julian Paren

Coast line near Traigh Mhangarstaidh

A wide view from stitching images. An amazing experience.

Julian Paren

Aird Feinis

A deep rock pool in a cleft on the top of Aird Feinis.

Anne Burgess

Cairn on Aird Feinis

A cairn marks the highest point on the relatively level summit of Aird Feinis, with Aird Mangarstadh in the background.

Anne Burgess

Boulder-strewn Hillside

These strange rounded boulders lie on the hill slope above the road opposite Aird Feinis. They have been rounded and polished by the movement of ice during the last Ice Age, which ended about 10,000 years ago.

Anne Burgess