Eilean Dubh a' Chumhainn Bhig

Island in Argyllshire

Scotland

Eilean Dubh a' Chumhainn Bhig

Loch na Pearaich Looking southwest over Loch na Pearaich and Loch Tarbert on a glorious summer&#039;s day. The peaks of two of the Paps of Jura are visible in the distance. — Loch na Pearaich Credit: David Hoult

Eilean Dubh a' Chumhainn Bhig, also known as Little Black Rock Island, is a small uninhabited islet located in Argyllshire, Scotland. Situated off the west coast of Scotland, this island is part of the Inner Hebrides archipelago.

Covering an area of approximately 0.05 hectares, Eilean Dubh a' Chumhainn Bhig is a rocky and rugged island characterized by its steep cliffs and sparse vegetation. The island is mostly composed of basalt and has a distinctive black color, which gives it its name.

Due to its remote location and limited accessibility, Eilean Dubh a' Chumhainn Bhig is rarely visited by tourists. However, it is a popular spot for birdwatchers, as it is home to various seabird species, including guillemots, razorbills, and puffins.

The island's isolation makes it an ideal breeding ground for these birds, who take advantage of the sheltered cliffs and surrounding waters teeming with fish. Visitors interested in observing these avian creatures can do so from boats or by taking guided wildlife tours.

Aside from its ornithological significance, Eilean Dubh a' Chumhainn Bhig also boasts stunning natural scenery. Its rocky shores and dramatic cliffs provide a picturesque backdrop against the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean.

In summary, Eilean Dubh a' Chumhainn Bhig is a small, uninhabited island off the coast of Argyllshire, Scotland. With its rugged terrain, unique black rock formations, and abundant birdlife, it offers a distinct and captivating experience for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

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Eilean Dubh a' Chumhainn Bhig Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.968504/-5.8903348 or Grid Reference NR5781. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loch na Pearaich

Looking southwest over Loch na Pearaich and Loch Tarbert on a glorious summer's day. The peaks of two of the Paps of Jura are visible in the distance.

David Hoult

Islets in Loch Tarbert

Alan Reid

Valley of Allt Fearna Mor

Alan Reid

The navigable channel of Loch Tarbert

Alan Reid

On the shore of Loch Tarbert

Alan Reid

Barren view of north Jura

Very rugged landscape. Further up the hill to the west, you could see the hills of the Isle of Mull peeping out from the top of the cascade of hills shown in the centre.

Richard Murchie

Tents on the beach near Cruib Lodge

The temporary campsite was set up for the Schools Hebridean Society Link

expedition in 1973. The exact location of photographer is an estimate as it was a long time ago!

Nick Smith

Loch Tarbert

An inlet on the southern shore of Loch Tarbert on the Isle of Jura.

William Starkey

Loch Tarbert, Jura

This is the view from the main road between Lussa and Tarbert of Loch Tarbert. The loch cuts deep into the landscape and the island which is 7 miles or so wide for most of its length is less than a mile wide between the loch and the hamlet of Tarbert.

Ian Andrews

Cruib Bothy

Cruib Bothy, formerly known as Cruib Lodge, and marked as such on OS maps, belongs to the Ruantallain Estate, but is maintained as an unlocked bothy, free for anyone to use, by the Mountain Bothies Association (MBA). The MBA assumed responsibility for it in 2012, and it was extensively refurbished at that time, as can be seen by comparing this photograph with the one taken by Gordon Brown in 2006.

David Hoult

Rainy day at Lochana Tana

This is the southern lochan of twin lochans (both known as Lochana Tana). It is a fishing loch and even has a boat house towards the far end.

Andrew Spenceley

Lochana Tana (north)

A wet day at Lochana Tana - both of the lochans can be seen.

Andrew Spenceley

Inner Loch Tarbert, Isle of Jura

Loch Tarbert, a sea loch on Jura, has an outer, middle and inner section. Navigating a yacht to the middle section is tricky, going on to the inner loch smacks of foolhardieness! We went in on the dinghy, having anchored in the middle loch. See nearby grid squares for other views.

Gordon Brown

Loch Tarbert, Isle of Jura

This narrow 'gut' called the Chumhainn Bhig (Little Strait) connects the middle loch to the passage leading to the inner loch. You can just see two of the leading marks, beyond the cliff on the left of the picture.

Gordon Brown

Inner Loch Tarbert, Isle of Jura

This picture is taken above the passage connecting the middle and inner lochs, looking into the inner loch. We had gone ashore to clear bracken from one of the leading marks. We only managed one clearing, then the midges got us!

Gordon Brown

Loch Tarbert, Jura

This photo shows a pair of the leading marks, plus one other mark, for piloting a boat between middle Loch Tarbert and the inner loch. This passage is not for the faint-hearted!

Gordon Brown