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Eilean na Carnaich

Island in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Eilean na Carnaich

Kirk at Stocanais The sign on the wall says that this is the Stockinish meeting house of the North Harris Free Presbyterian Church.
Kirk at Stocanais Credit: Anne Burgess

Eilean na Carnaich is a small island located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is situated in Loch Leven, a freshwater loch known for its stunning landscapes and picturesque surroundings. The island is roughly 1.5 kilometers in length and 0.5 kilometers in width, with an elevation of 69 meters at its highest point.

The island is known for its rich history and has been inhabited since ancient times. It is believed that there may have been a Celtic monastery on the island in the early Christian period, evidenced by the presence of ancient burial grounds and stone crosses. In more recent history, the island was used as a hunting ground for deer and other game.

Eilean na Carnaich is covered in lush vegetation, including various types of trees, shrubs, and wildflowers. The surrounding waters of Loch Leven are home to a diverse range of fish species, making it a popular spot for anglers. The island also provides a habitat for various bird species, including ducks, swans, and herons.

Access to the island is possible by boat, with visitors often taking advantage of the nearby boat rental services. The calm and serene atmosphere, combined with the island's natural beauty, makes it a favorite destination for nature lovers and those seeking tranquility. The island offers fantastic opportunities for hiking, picnicking, and wildlife spotting.

Overall, Eilean na Carnaich is a hidden gem in Inverness-shire, offering a peaceful retreat and a chance to immerse oneself in the stunning Scottish scenery and rich historical heritage.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 57.809434/-6.8001728 or Grid Reference NG1490. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Kirk at Stocanais The sign on the wall says that this is the Stockinish meeting house of the North Harris Free Presbyterian Church.
Kirk at Stocanais
The sign on the wall says that this is the Stockinish meeting house of the North Harris Free Presbyterian Church.
White Water-lily (Nymphaea alba) I always associate water-lilies with the lochans of eastern Harris, and was glad to find some still in flower in August, as I have only ever been to na h-Eileanan an Iar in spring and early summer before.
White Water-lily (Nymphaea alba)
I always associate water-lilies with the lochans of eastern Harris, and was glad to find some still in flower in August, as I have only ever been to na h-Eileanan an Iar in spring and early summer before.
Loch a' Chaolais This lochan is well covered with the floating leaves of the White Water-lily (Nymphaea alba).
Loch a' Chaolais
This lochan is well covered with the floating leaves of the White Water-lily (Nymphaea alba).
Loch Chliuthair This inlet opens in to Loch Cluer, another of the eastern Harris sea-lochs.
Loch Chliuthair
This inlet opens in to Loch Cluer, another of the eastern Harris sea-lochs.
Loch Cluer Loch Chliuthair in Gaelic takes its name from the village of Cliuthar, anglicised as Cluer.
Loch Cluer
Loch Chliuthair in Gaelic takes its name from the village of Cliuthar, anglicised as Cluer.
Collam A handful of houses beside Loch Ghreosabhaigh.
Collam
A handful of houses beside Loch Ghreosabhaigh.
Lewisian Gneiss with the Shiant Isles behind Magnificent swirls of Lewisian Gneiss just south of Mol Ban in South Harris.
Lewisian Gneiss with the Shiant Isles behind
Magnificent swirls of Lewisian Gneiss just south of Mol Ban in South Harris.
Road at Caolas Stocinis/Kyles Stockinish Looking over a short causeway across the end of Loch a' Chaolais.
Road at Caolas Stocinis/Kyles Stockinish
Looking over a short causeway across the end of Loch a' Chaolais.
Loch a' Chaolais A small loch in the rocky landscape, with pond weed [Potomageton sp.].
Loch a' Chaolais
A small loch in the rocky landscape, with pond weed [Potomageton sp.].
The church at Stockinish
The church at Stockinish
Kyles Road End at Stockinish Opposite the church, a bus stop and some ground preparation in progress.
Kyles Road End at Stockinish
Opposite the church, a bus stop and some ground preparation in progress.
Stockinish Harbour This busy harbour on South Harris's east coast is owned by the local authority. A large number of fishing vessels are based here, and the area is popular with visiting yachts.
Stockinish Harbour
This busy harbour on South Harris's east coast is owned by the local authority. A large number of fishing vessels are based here, and the area is popular with visiting yachts.
Stockinish Youth Hostel In the 1960s and 1970s the school at Stockinish doubled as a temporary youth hostel. Like most of these, it is long since closed down.
Stockinish Youth Hostel
In the 1960s and 1970s the school at Stockinish doubled as a temporary youth hostel. Like most of these, it is long since closed down.
The harbour at Stocinis The busy harbour in Loch Stocinis is very sheltered by Eilean Stocinis, seen in the background.
The harbour at Stocinis
The busy harbour in Loch Stocinis is very sheltered by Eilean Stocinis, seen in the background.
The head of Loch Cliuthair
The head of Loch Cliuthair
Loch na Buaile A small loch in a marshy hollow near Cliuthar.
Loch na Buaile
A small loch in a marshy hollow near Cliuthar.
The head of Loch Chollaim The burn entering the sea here has been canalised to the left side of the head of the loch to provide some flat dry ground for sheep fanks, the edge of which can be seen on the right.
The head of Loch Chollaim
The burn entering the sea here has been canalised to the left side of the head of the loch to provide some flat dry ground for sheep fanks, the edge of which can be seen on the right.
Mol Ban Amazingly, in my opinion, the only access to this house is along a kilometre of ancient cart track. It is possible to use a wheelbarrow of the type with a ball for a wheel, but that apart no vehicles can get here - not even quads. The photograph is taken from, and looking along, the end of the grassy track.
Mol Ban
Amazingly, in my opinion, the only access to this house is along a kilometre of ancient cart track. It is possible to use a wheelbarrow of the type with a ball for a wheel, but that apart no vehicles can get here - not even quads. The photograph is taken from, and looking along, the end of the grassy track.
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Eilean na Carnaich is located at Grid Ref: NG1490 (Lat: 57.809434, Lng: -6.8001728)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///pure.cement.smelter. Near Tarbert, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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