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Eas Mòr

Waterfall in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Eas Mòr

North-eastern flank of Beinn na h-Uamha
North-eastern flank of Beinn na h-Uamha Credit: Mick Garratt

Eas Mòr, also known as the Falls of Foyers, is a beautiful waterfall located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. Situated on the eastern shore of Loch Ness, it is a popular tourist attraction known for its stunning natural beauty and serene surroundings.

The waterfall cascades down a gorge with a drop of approximately 165 feet (50 meters), creating a breathtaking sight and a thunderous sound. The water flows from the River Foyers, which originates from the nearby highlands.

Visitors can access the waterfall through a well-maintained path that winds its way through a picturesque forest, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding scenery. The path is relatively easy to navigate, making it suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels.

Once at the waterfall, visitors can marvel at the sheer force of the water as it plunges into a deep pool below, creating a mesmerizing mist and spray. The surrounding cliffs and lush vegetation add to the enchanting atmosphere, making it a perfect spot for nature lovers and photographers.

Eas Mòr has been a source of inspiration for artists, poets, and writers for centuries. It is famously mentioned in a poem by Robert Burns and was also a favorite spot of the renowned Scottish author, Sir Walter Scott.

In addition to its natural beauty, Eas Mòr offers various amenities for visitors, including a car park, picnic area, and a nearby café where one can relax and enjoy the scenic views. Overall, Eas Mòr is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to experience the raw beauty of Scotland's landscape.

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Eas Mòr Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.376803/-6.6415213 or Grid Reference NG2141. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

North-eastern flank of Beinn na h-Uamha
North-eastern flank of Beinn na h-Uamha
A partially dried-up lochan north of Healabhal Bheag
A partially dried-up lochan north of Healabhal Bheag
South East from Ben Connan No summit cairn, but lots of cotton grass. This view is towards the cliffs at the foot of Glen Ollisdal.
South East from Ben Connan
No summit cairn, but lots of cotton grass. This view is towards the cliffs at the foot of Glen Ollisdal.
Shore of Loch Glen Ionadal
Shore of Loch Glen Ionadal
North east from Ben Connan Ben Connan has a grassy flattish summit, and a healthy growth of cotton grass. The mountain on the left is Healabhal Bheag.
North east from Ben Connan
Ben Connan has a grassy flattish summit, and a healthy growth of cotton grass. The mountain on the left is Healabhal Bheag.
Summit of Ben Connan Looking north west, with mountains on the Isle of Harris visible on the horizon.
Summit of Ben Connan
Looking north west, with mountains on the Isle of Harris visible on the horizon.
Northern slope of Ben Connan Looking towards Loch Glen Ionadal.
Northern slope of Ben Connan
Looking towards Loch Glen Ionadal.
Northern slope of Ben Connan Looking west.
Northern slope of Ben Connan
Looking west.
Buttercups in the marsh This marshy area close to Loch Glen Ionadal (in square <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NG1941">NG1941</a> ) is full of flowering buttercups.
Buttercups in the marsh
This marshy area close to Loch Glen Ionadal (in square NG1941 ) is full of flowering buttercups.
Loch Glen Ionadal To the south of the loch is this shallow marshy area, which is probably full of water in wetter weather.
Loch Glen Ionadal
To the south of the loch is this shallow marshy area, which is probably full of water in wetter weather.
Craggy inland cliffs This cliff is at the southern end of Glen Ionadal, to the east of the loch.
Craggy inland cliffs
This cliff is at the southern end of Glen Ionadal, to the east of the loch.
Southern end of Glen Ionadal Steep craggy cliffs edge the glen at the foot of Beinn an Loch.
Southern end of Glen Ionadal
Steep craggy cliffs edge the glen at the foot of Beinn an Loch.
Trig point on Healabhal Bheag Suffering from weathering. Also known as Macleod's Table South. Looking over Loch Bracadale with the Cuillin in cloud in the far distance.
Trig point on Healabhal Bheag
Suffering from weathering. Also known as Macleod's Table South. Looking over Loch Bracadale with the Cuillin in cloud in the far distance.
Flush bracket S6006 On the trig point on Healabhal Bheag (488m). See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3341360">NG2242 : Trigpoint on Healabhal Bheag</a>.
Flush bracket S6006
On the trig point on Healabhal Bheag (488m). See NG2242 : Trigpoint on Healabhal Bheag.
Small lochan below Healabhal Bheag On the col on the NW side of Healabhal Bheag. Looking towards Beinn Na H-Uamha with Beinn a' Chapuill beyond.
Small lochan below Healabhal Bheag
On the col on the NW side of Healabhal Bheag. Looking towards Beinn Na H-Uamha with Beinn a' Chapuill beyond.
Leaving An Cruachan to MacLeod's Table South
Leaving An Cruachan to MacLeod's Table South
Bealach Bharcasaig Looking down on the bealach from the southern slopes of Healaval Bheag.
Bealach Bharcasaig
Looking down on the bealach from the southern slopes of Healaval Bheag.
Healabhal Bheag Summit The flat summit of the steep sided Healabhal Bheag, or MacLeod's Table South. The Marilyn summit is about 1 ft higher than the trig and is just out of this picture to the left (south).
Healabhal Bheag Summit
The flat summit of the steep sided Healabhal Bheag, or MacLeod's Table South. The Marilyn summit is about 1 ft higher than the trig and is just out of this picture to the left (south).
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Eas Mòr is located at Grid Ref: NG2141 (Lat: 57.376803, Lng: -6.6415213)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Wikidata: Q5327407
Wikipedia: en:Eas Mòr, Durinish
Lat/Long: 57.3767909/-6.6414825
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