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Creag Liath

Island in Ross-shire

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Creag Liath

Sheepfold at Riof
Sheepfold at Riof Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Creag Liath is a small island located off the coast of Ross-shire, on the western coast of Scotland. With a total area of approximately 5 acres, it is one of the many picturesque islands scattered along the coastline. The island is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, with steep cliffs that offer breathtaking views of the surrounding sea and mainland.

The name "Creag Liath" translates to "grey rock" in Gaelic, which is a fitting description of the island's appearance. The rocky landscape is interspersed with patches of grass and heather, providing some vegetation to the otherwise barren terrain. Due to its remote location, Creag Liath is largely uninhabited, making it an ideal destination for those seeking solitude and tranquility.

The island is accessible by boat, with a small pier located on its eastern side. Visitors can explore the island on foot, enjoying the rugged beauty and observing the diverse birdlife that inhabits the area. Seabirds such as puffins, guillemots, and gulls can often be spotted nesting on the cliffs, adding to the island's natural charm.

Creag Liath is also known for its historical significance, with remnants of ancient structures scattered across the island. Ruins of stone buildings and walls can be found, believed to date back to the Iron Age and potentially even earlier. These remnants provide a glimpse into the island's past and the lives of those who once inhabited it.

Overall, Creag Liath offers a unique and secluded experience for nature enthusiasts and history lovers alike. Its rugged beauty, abundant wildlife, and rich history make it a captivating destination for those venturing to Ross-shire.

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Creag Liath Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.213201/-6.8854537 or Grid Reference NB1335. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sheepfold at Riof
Sheepfold at Riof
Norse Mill on burn leading from Loch Lionais The mill is very ruinous and survives as a spread of rubble overlying the lower courses of the building. The leat serving the mill is represented by the bright green stripe.
Norse Mill on burn leading from Loch Lionais
The mill is very ruinous and survives as a spread of rubble overlying the lower courses of the building. The leat serving the mill is represented by the bright green stripe.
Norse Mill on burn leading from Loch Lionais The lower mill is rather better preserved with the tail race opening still intact.
Norse Mill on burn leading from Loch Lionais
The lower mill is rather better preserved with the tail race opening still intact.
West coast of Great Bernera This is the west side of a spit of land extending south of Tobson. The ground is rocky with a thin covering of grass. In the distance, on the left is the tip of the island of Pabaigh Mor .. and on the right Geodha Mor (west of Tobson).
West coast of Great Bernera
This is the west side of a spit of land extending south of Tobson. The ground is rocky with a thin covering of grass. In the distance, on the left is the tip of the island of Pabaigh Mor .. and on the right Geodha Mor (west of Tobson).
Beach north of Bhalasaigh
Beach north of Bhalasaigh
Waymarked coastal walk There are clear waymarks on the route from the community centre to Bosta on Great Bernera. Return by the same route or on the road.
Waymarked coastal walk
There are clear waymarks on the route from the community centre to Bosta on Great Bernera. Return by the same route or on the road.
Bridge at Bhalasaigh Looking back to the road end on the main island of Great Bernera.
Bridge at Bhalasaigh
Looking back to the road end on the main island of Great Bernera.
Valasay Bridge Carrying the single track road across an outlet of the tidal lagoon, Tob Bhalasaigh on Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Valasay Bridge
Carrying the single track road across an outlet of the tidal lagoon, Tob Bhalasaigh on Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. LinkExternal link
Valasay Footbridge The bridge across the tidal Tob Bhalasaigh was built in 1898. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Valasay Footbridge
The bridge across the tidal Tob Bhalasaigh was built in 1898. LinkExternal link
Tidal Lagoon, Valasay Tob Bhalasaigh, on the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Tidal Lagoon, Valasay
Tob Bhalasaigh, on the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. LinkExternal link
Poll Ula On the indistinct coastal path along the west coast of great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Well placed wooden marker posts are easy to follow. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Poll Ula
On the indistinct coastal path along the west coast of great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Well placed wooden marker posts are easy to follow. LinkExternal link
Above Geodha nan Uan On the Bernera coastal path with view across the sound to Traigh na Beirigh at Valtos. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Above Geodha nan Uan
On the Bernera coastal path with view across the sound to Traigh na Beirigh at Valtos. LinkExternal link
A rocky buttress contains Tràigh na Beirigh
A rocky buttress contains Tràigh na Beirigh
Morning RIB Commute Seatrek worker on morning commute to work at Miabhaig on a RIB. Photo taken from the MV Lochlann.
Morning RIB Commute
Seatrek worker on morning commute to work at Miabhaig on a RIB. Photo taken from the MV Lochlann.
Coastline, Rubha Domhain, Great Bernera Looking towards the island of Eunaigh Mòr. The part of the island shown in the photo also lies within the grid square.
Coastline, Rubha Domhain, Great Bernera
Looking towards the island of Eunaigh Mòr. The part of the island shown in the photo also lies within the grid square.
Tràigh Teinish
Tràigh Teinish
Stung
Stung
Playing in the tidal rapid at Bhalasaigh We'd earlier paddled up into Tob Bhalasaigh with the end of the rising tide, then up towards its northern end to await the ebb gaining a bit of speed. On our return to Bhalasaigh, our timing proved excellent as there was a lot of water emptying out of the loch at some speed under the bridge. "High crossing" is a game usually played by white water kayakers, and not in the normal "remit" of sea kayakers, as the sea doesn't often cooperate in this way ! However we spent a good hour playing in this tidal rapid as the level changed until tempus fugit and we had to be elsewhere...
Playing in the tidal rapid at Bhalasaigh
We'd earlier paddled up into Tob Bhalasaigh with the end of the rising tide, then up towards its northern end to await the ebb gaining a bit of speed. On our return to Bhalasaigh, our timing proved excellent as there was a lot of water emptying out of the loch at some speed under the bridge. "High crossing" is a game usually played by white water kayakers, and not in the normal "remit" of sea kayakers, as the sea doesn't often cooperate in this way ! However we spent a good hour playing in this tidal rapid as the level changed until tempus fugit and we had to be elsewhere...
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Creag Liath is located at Grid Ref: NB1335 (Lat: 58.213201, Lng: -6.8854537)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///tunnel.dose.garlic. Near Carloway, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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