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Collam

Island in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Collam

Market Stance to Sgaraileòd track, Benbecula This view from the track shows the chimneys of a ruin at Oban Haca near Sgaraileòd.
Market Stance to Sgaraileòd track, Benbecula Credit: AlastairG

Collam is a small island located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is situated in the western part of Loch Linnhe, near the village of Ballachulish. The island covers an area of approximately 2 square miles and has a population of around 50 residents.

Collam is known for its stunning natural beauty, with rugged hills, verdant forests, and picturesque coastline. The island boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. Visitors can spot various bird species, including golden eagles and puffins, as well as seals and otters along the shoreline.

The island offers a range of outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and fishing. There are several well-marked trails that lead to panoramic viewpoints, offering breathtaking vistas of the surrounding landscape. Fishing enthusiasts can enjoy angling in the local rivers and lochs, which are abundant with trout and salmon.

Collam is also home to a small but vibrant community. The island has a primary school, a post office, and a community center, which serves as a hub for social gatherings and events. The residents are known for their warm hospitality and strong sense of community spirit.

Access to Collam is primarily by boat, with regular ferry services connecting the island to the mainland. The nearest town, Fort William, is approximately 10 miles away and offers additional amenities and services.

Overall, Collam is a peaceful and idyllic island that offers a tranquil escape for those seeking natural beauty and outdoor activities.

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Market Stance to Sgaraileòd track, Benbecula This view from the track shows the chimneys of a ruin at Oban Haca near Sgaraileòd.
Market Stance to Sgaraileòd track, Benbecula
This view from the track shows the chimneys of a ruin at Oban Haca near Sgaraileòd.
Causeway on Sgaraileòd track, Benbecula This is an excellent track for most of its length. After leaving the metalled section, the grassed part leads to Sgaraileòd. Where there was a risk of flooding or in order to overcome marshy conditions, several sections have been built up as causeways as here. Labour must have been very cheap in those days.
Causeway on Sgaraileòd track, Benbecula
This is an excellent track for most of its length. After leaving the metalled section, the grassed part leads to Sgaraileòd. Where there was a risk of flooding or in order to overcome marshy conditions, several sections have been built up as causeways as here. Labour must have been very cheap in those days.
Cnocan above Sgaraileòd This little hill, only just above 20m in height, gives impressive views to the Black Cuillin on Skye.
Cnocan above Sgaraileòd
This little hill, only just above 20m in height, gives impressive views to the Black Cuillin on Skye.
On the shores of Loch Uiseabhagh Little visited [except by sheep] stretch of coastline in a remote corner of Benbecula.
On the shores of Loch Uiseabhagh
Little visited [except by sheep] stretch of coastline in a remote corner of Benbecula.
Ruins. Oban Thaca
Ruins. Oban Thaca
Ruins, Oban Thaca
Ruins, Oban Thaca
Mind Your Head The very low doorway of one of the ruins at Oban Thaca.
Mind Your Head
The very low doorway of one of the ruins at Oban Thaca.
Loch Ba Alasdair
Loch Ba Alasdair
Loch Dubh Bheanna Beag
Loch Dubh Bheanna Beag
Loch Uacrach nan Caorach
Loch Uacrach nan Caorach
Bagh Shiurabhagh Tidal inlet.
Bagh Shiurabhagh
Tidal inlet.
Loch Shiurabhagh Spelling taken from the most recent OS Explorer map. Spellings of many features on Benbecula vary from map to map. As a native of Somerset I have no idea how you are supposed to pronounce it!
Loch Shiurabhagh
Spelling taken from the most recent OS Explorer map. Spellings of many features on Benbecula vary from map to map. As a native of Somerset I have no idea how you are supposed to pronounce it!
Burn Burn flowing out of Loch Shiurabhagh.
Burn
Burn flowing out of Loch Shiurabhagh.
Oban Thaca Saltwater inlet on the east side of Benbecula.
Oban Thaca
Saltwater inlet on the east side of Benbecula.
Loch Uisgeabhagh Small muddy inlet off the sea loch, with inevitable debris along the high tide line.
Loch Uisgeabhagh
Small muddy inlet off the sea loch, with inevitable debris along the high tide line.
Small inlet The east coast of Benbecula and South Uist is rocky and convoluted, typical of the west coast of Scotland and in sharp contrast to the vast sandy beaches of their west coast.
Small inlet
The east coast of Benbecula and South Uist is rocky and convoluted, typical of the west coast of Scotland and in sharp contrast to the vast sandy beaches of their west coast.
Old pier at Bàgh Sgaraileòd There is also an old track to reach this pier but it is only used by walkers and to check on livestock now.
Old pier at Bàgh Sgaraileòd
There is also an old track to reach this pier but it is only used by walkers and to check on livestock now.
Old walls Remains of a building presumably linked to the old pier here. The east coast of Benbecula is in strong contrast to the vast sandy beaches of the west coast.
Old walls
Remains of a building presumably linked to the old pier here. The east coast of Benbecula is in strong contrast to the vast sandy beaches of the west coast.
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Collam is located at Grid Ref: NF8450 (Lat: 57.437464, Lng: -7.2601409)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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