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Eilean Puirt Lèithe

Island in Argyllshire

Scotland

Eilean Puirt Lèithe

Sgeir Bun an Locha
Sgeir Bun an Locha Credit: Alpin Stewart

Eilean Puirt Lèithe is a small island located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is situated off the west coast of Scotland, near the town of Oban. The island is known for its rugged coastline, sandy beaches, and stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Eilean Puirt Lèithe is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and wildlife spotting. The island is home to a variety of bird species, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills. Visitors can also spot seals, otters, and dolphins in the waters around the island.

The island is largely uninhabited, with only a few small villages and farms scattered across its landscape. There are no shops or amenities on the island, so visitors must come prepared with supplies. The main form of transportation on the island is by foot or bicycle, as there are no roads or cars.

Overall, Eilean Puirt Lèithe is a peaceful and picturesque island, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the Scottish countryside.

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Eilean Puirt Lèithe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.919169/-5.687543 or Grid Reference NR6975. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sgeir Bun an Locha
Sgeir Bun an Locha
Eilean nan Leac
Eilean nan Leac
Rubha nam Maraich The tip of Danna. The landform of lots of parallel steep sided ridges continues into the sea.
Rubha nam Maraich
The tip of Danna. The landform of lots of parallel steep sided ridges continues into the sea.
Danna na Cloiche View across Loch Sween.
Danna na Cloiche
View across Loch Sween.
Eilean nan Leac Elongated island, continuing the pattern of long steep sided parallel ridges in Knapdale. Parts of Islay in the background were being refracted above the horizon. Knocklayd in Co. Antrim was also visible at the time.
Eilean nan Leac
Elongated island, continuing the pattern of long steep sided parallel ridges in Knapdale. Parts of Islay in the background were being refracted above the horizon. Knocklayd in Co. Antrim was also visible at the time.
Eilean Puirt Lèithe Eilean Puirt Lèithe is a tidal island with the Knapdale elongated ridge form. A parallel ridge forms Eilean nan Leac a bit further out.
Eilean Puirt Lèithe
Eilean Puirt Lèithe is a tidal island with the Knapdale elongated ridge form. A parallel ridge forms Eilean nan Leac a bit further out.
Cormac Isles Corr Eilean and Eilean Glas, a continuation of the Taynish ridge with the Paps of Jura in the background.
Cormac Isles
Corr Eilean and Eilean Glas, a continuation of the Taynish ridge with the Paps of Jura in the background.
Boat leaving Loch Sween Probably bound for Jura (background, beyond the end of Danna).
Boat leaving Loch Sween
Probably bound for Jura (background, beyond the end of Danna).
Otter enjoying the autumn sun The otter was fast asleep on a rock in the gap between Eilean a’Chapuill and Sgeir Dhonncha enjoying the autumn sun.
Otter enjoying the autumn sun
The otter was fast asleep on a rock in the gap between Eilean a’Chapuill and Sgeir Dhonncha enjoying the autumn sun.
Sgeir Bun an Locha Skerries which translate as "The Reef at the Bottom of the Loch".
Sgeir Bun an Locha
Skerries which translate as "The Reef at the Bottom of the Loch".
The soggy end of Rubha nam Maraich Rubha nam Maraich means Headland of the Sailors.
The soggy end of Rubha nam Maraich
Rubha nam Maraich means Headland of the Sailors.
Looking inland from Rubha nam Maraich A very low tide allowed me to get a long way out along the point.
Looking inland from Rubha nam Maraich
A very low tide allowed me to get a long way out along the point.
Rubha nan Caorach from Rubha nam Maraich Rubha nan Caorach is the Headland of the Sheep.
Rubha nan Caorach from Rubha nam Maraich
Rubha nan Caorach is the Headland of the Sheep.
Sandy bay on the Island of Danna
Sandy bay on the Island of Danna
Rocky shoreline on the Island of Danna Rubha nan Caorach, the Headland of the Sheep, is the point to the right of this small bay.
Rocky shoreline on the Island of Danna
Rubha nan Caorach, the Headland of the Sheep, is the point to the right of this small bay.
Exposed rock on the foreshore
Exposed rock on the foreshore
Ruins near Doide
Ruins near Doide
Minor road near Kilmory
Minor road near Kilmory
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Eilean Puirt Lèithe is located at Grid Ref: NR6975 (Lat: 55.919169, Lng: -5.687543)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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