Eilean nan Iasg

Island in Argyllshire

Scotland

Eilean nan Iasg

Eilean Chormaic, Port Uisken
Eilean Chormaic, Port Uisken Credit: Steven Brown

Eilean nan Iasg, also known as the Island of Fish in English, is a small island located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It lies in the Firth of Lorn, just off the west coast of the mainland. The island is uninhabited and covers an area of approximately 0.16 square kilometers.

Eilean nan Iasg is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, with steep cliffs and jagged coastline. The island is mostly covered in sparse vegetation, including grasses and shrubs, and lacks any significant trees. Its isolation and unspoiled natural beauty make it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

The island is particularly renowned for its birdlife, with several species of seabirds nesting on its cliffs, including guillemots, razorbills, and kittiwakes. Eilean nan Iasg is also home to a variety of other wildlife, such as seals and otters, which can often be spotted in the surrounding waters.

Access to Eilean nan Iasg is primarily by boat, with no permanent ferry service available. Visitors can arrange private boat trips or hire local boatmen to transport them to the island. It is important to note that due to its rugged terrain and lack of facilities, visitors are advised to take necessary precautions and bring their own supplies when visiting Eilean nan Iasg.

Overall, Eilean nan Iasg is a picturesque and secluded island, offering a unique opportunity to experience the raw beauty of Scotland's coastal landscape and observe its diverse wildlife in their natural habitat.

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Eilean nan Iasg Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.28761/-6.2100277 or Grid Reference NM3918. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Eilean Chormaic, Port Uisken
Eilean Chormaic, Port Uisken
Beach at Uisken
Beach at Uisken
Near the road end at Uisken
Near the road end at Uisken
Phone box and postbox near Uisken
Phone box and postbox near Uisken
Dun a' Gheird, Mull The name is probably a corruption of Dun nan Geard (Fort of the Guard). It is a well-preserved galleried dun with spectacular views west across the south coast of the Ross of Mull and south to Colonsay, Islay and Jura. At the time of our visit, however, we could only imagine such views!

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Dun a' Gheird, Mull
The name is probably a corruption of Dun nan Geard (Fort of the Guard). It is a well-preserved galleried dun with spectacular views west across the south coast of the Ross of Mull and south to Colonsay, Islay and Jura. At the time of our visit, however, we could only imagine such views! For more information, visit LinkExternal link
View south-west from Dun a' Gheird, Mull The south coast of the Ross of Mull is dotted with rocky islets and many attractive beaches, like this one.
View south-west from Dun a' Gheird, Mull
The south coast of the Ross of Mull is dotted with rocky islets and many attractive beaches, like this one.
Looking east from Garbh Eilean One of many beautiful and undisturbed beaches on the Ross of Mull
Looking east from Garbh Eilean
One of many beautiful and undisturbed beaches on the Ross of Mull
Garbh Eilean and  Kilvickeon Beach, Mull Garbh Eilean is a tidal island on a beautiful beach. The grid line runs right down the middle of Garbh Eilean, so the left-hand side as seen here is actually in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NM4118">NM4118</a>. The islands of Jura and Islay are visible on the horizon.
Garbh Eilean and Kilvickeon Beach, Mull
Garbh Eilean is a tidal island on a beautiful beach. The grid line runs right down the middle of Garbh Eilean, so the left-hand side as seen here is actually in NM4118. The islands of Jura and Islay are visible on the horizon.
Kilvickeon Beach, Isle of Mull This is the beach in the North-East corner of the square - the photo is taken from NM409186 looking West. For a panoramic view of this beach, see adjoining grid square <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NM4118">NM4118</a>.
Kilvickeon Beach, Isle of Mull
This is the beach in the North-East corner of the square - the photo is taken from NM409186 looking West. For a panoramic view of this beach, see adjoining grid square NM4118.
Old church on shore of Loch Assapol, Mull
Old church on shore of Loch Assapol, Mull
Cnoc Mòr, L.Assapol, Mull Heather moorland in the foreground, but bracken and grass on Cnoc Mòr in the distance.
Cnoc Mòr, L.Assapol, Mull
Heather moorland in the foreground, but bracken and grass on Cnoc Mòr in the distance.
View over hillside towards Loch Assapol
View over hillside towards Loch Assapol
Garbh Eilean and Kilvickeon Beach, Mull at low tide Near to Scoor, on the south side of Mull, lies Garbh Eilean, an island only when the tide comes in.  Here it can be seen on the right of the picture.  The areas of sand on both sides form a kind of double-beach when the tide is out.
Garbh Eilean and Kilvickeon Beach, Mull at low tide
Near to Scoor, on the south side of Mull, lies Garbh Eilean, an island only when the tide comes in. Here it can be seen on the right of the picture. The areas of sand on both sides form a kind of double-beach when the tide is out.
High tide at Kilvickeon Beach, Isle of Mull View from Kilvickeon Beach, with Garbh Eilean on the right of the picture.
High tide at Kilvickeon Beach, Isle of Mull
View from Kilvickeon Beach, with Garbh Eilean on the right of the picture.
Sheep near Kilvickeon Beach, Isle of Mull Near to Scoor, on the Ross of Mull.  Sheep graze near to Kilvickeon Beach.  The island in the centre of the photo is Garbh Eilean, which becomes part of the mainland again once the tide goes out.
Sheep near Kilvickeon Beach, Isle of Mull
Near to Scoor, on the Ross of Mull. Sheep graze near to Kilvickeon Beach. The island in the centre of the photo is Garbh Eilean, which becomes part of the mainland again once the tide goes out.
Garbh Eilean, Isle of Mull On Garbh Eilean, looking towards mainland Mull (the island is an island only when the tide is in, as it is in this photo).  Fishermen have wedged their fishing rods in cracks in the rocks.
Garbh Eilean, Isle of Mull
On Garbh Eilean, looking towards mainland Mull (the island is an island only when the tide is in, as it is in this photo). Fishermen have wedged their fishing rods in cracks in the rocks.
Kilvickeon Beach from Garbh Eilean, Isle of Mull View from Garbh Eilean towards Kilvickeon Beach, near Scoor, Isle of Mull.
Kilvickeon Beach from Garbh Eilean, Isle of Mull
View from Garbh Eilean towards Kilvickeon Beach, near Scoor, Isle of Mull.
Port Uisken, Mull Coastline at Uisken on the south side of the Ross of Mull
Port Uisken, Mull
Coastline at Uisken on the south side of the Ross of Mull
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Eilean nan Iasg is located at Grid Ref: NM3918 (Lat: 56.28761, Lng: -6.2100277)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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