Eilean Creagach

Island in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Eilean Creagach

Eilean Garave The west coast of the middle island of the Ascribs in Loch Snizort. The Vanessa trig point on top stands at 22m altitude.
Eilean Garave Credit: John Allan

Eilean Creagach is a small island located in the Loch Ness, within the county of Inverness-shire, Scotland. It measures approximately 0.7 hectares in area and is situated near the northeastern shore of the famous Loch Ness, which is known for its mythical creature, the Loch Ness Monster. The island is uninhabited and is covered in lush vegetation, with a mix of trees, shrubs, and grasses.

The name "Eilean Creagach" translates to "rocky island" in Gaelic, which accurately describes its rocky terrain. The island is characterized by its rugged coastline, with steep cliffs and rocky outcrops that provide nesting sites for various seabirds, such as gulls and cormorants. The surrounding waters are also home to a diverse range of fish species.

Access to Eilean Creagach is primarily by boat or kayak, as there are no dedicated pathways or facilities for visitors on the island. It offers breathtaking views of the surrounding Loch Ness and the surrounding Highlands, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

Eilean Creagach is part of the wider Loch Ness ecosystem, which is renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Visitors to the island can expect to encounter a variety of wildlife, including seals, otters, and a wide array of bird species. The island provides a peaceful retreat away from the bustling cities, offering an opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy the tranquility of the Scottish Highlands.

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Eilean Creagach Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.596132/-6.5333593 or Grid Reference NG2965. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Eilean Garave The west coast of the middle island of the Ascribs in Loch Snizort. The Vanessa trig point on top stands at 22m altitude.
Eilean Garave
The west coast of the middle island of the Ascribs in Loch Snizort. The Vanessa trig point on top stands at 22m altitude.
Puffin colony, Eilean Creagach Many of the puffins on the Ascribs nest in burrows in the grassy section to the left of the columnar basalt cliffs.
Puffin colony, Eilean Creagach
Many of the puffins on the Ascribs nest in burrows in the grassy section to the left of the columnar basalt cliffs.
Puffin by the Ascrib Islands One of many fishing in the waters south of their nesting site on Eilean Creagach.
Puffin by the Ascrib Islands
One of many fishing in the waters south of their nesting site on Eilean Creagach.
Eilean Creagach One of the Ascrib islands in Loch Snizort
Eilean Creagach
One of the Ascrib islands in Loch Snizort
Ascrib Island puffins Puffins breed on several of the Ascrib islands and these ones are disporting themselves in Loch Snizort, just off Eilean Garave.
Ascrib Island puffins
Puffins breed on several of the Ascrib islands and these ones are disporting themselves in Loch Snizort, just off Eilean Garave.
Columnar basalt cliffs The south side of Eilean Creagach, one of the Ascrib islands in Loch Snizort.
Columnar basalt cliffs
The south side of Eilean Creagach, one of the Ascrib islands in Loch Snizort.
Seals on Eilean Iosal Island
Seals on Eilean Iosal Island
Eilean Creagach
Eilean Creagach
Eilean Creagach
Eilean Creagach
Eilean Garave, Ascrib Islands
Eilean Garave, Ascrib Islands
Eilean Garave, Ascrib Islands
Eilean Garave, Ascrib Islands
The house on South Ascrib Built by the owner of the Ascribs, the property developer Peter Palumbo.
The house on South Ascrib
Built by the owner of the Ascribs, the property developer Peter Palumbo.
Sgeir a' Chuain The low-lying basalt sgeir forms the north-western island of the Ascribs.
Sgeir a' Chuain
The low-lying basalt sgeir forms the north-western island of the Ascribs.
Sgeir a' Chapuill The east coast of the island, with South Ascrib in the background.
Sgeir a' Chapuill
The east coast of the island, with South Ascrib in the background.
Solitary dwelling The only house on the island of South Ascrib, built in the 1980s by property developer Lord Peter Palumbo who owned the island.
Solitary dwelling
The only house on the island of South Ascrib, built in the 1980s by property developer Lord Peter Palumbo who owned the island.
South Ascrib, seen from near Sgeir a' Chapuill The sole building on the island group (in NG3063) can be seen towards the right of the photograph. The shoreline to its right is in NG3064. The background hills are on the Waternish peninsula of Skye.
South Ascrib, seen from near Sgeir a' Chapuill
The sole building on the island group (in NG3063) can be seen towards the right of the photograph. The shoreline to its right is in NG3064. The background hills are on the Waternish peninsula of Skye.
Ascrib Islands An indifferent afternoon saw clearing to the west with an engaging sky.  Above Heribusta, whilst enjoying a short tramp, this western view to the Ascribs caught my attention.
Ascrib Islands
An indifferent afternoon saw clearing to the west with an engaging sky. Above Heribusta, whilst enjoying a short tramp, this western view to the Ascribs caught my attention.
Sgeir a' Chuain The nearest bit of the Ascrib Islands to the ferry route into Uig.
Sgeir a' Chuain
The nearest bit of the Ascrib Islands to the ferry route into Uig.
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Eilean Creagach is located at Grid Ref: NG2965 (Lat: 57.596132, Lng: -6.5333593)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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