Camas nan Oban

Bay in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Camas nan Oban

Flat boggy tidal ground near Grenitote Traigh Ear (East shore or beach), a magnificent stretch of beach, to the right.
Flat boggy tidal ground near Grenitote Credit: Gordon Brown

Camas nan Oban, located in Inverness-shire, Scotland, is a picturesque bay that offers visitors stunning natural beauty and a tranquil coastal retreat. Situated on the northwest coast of Scotland, the bay is nestled between towering cliffs and rolling hills, creating a breathtaking backdrop.

The bay features a sandy beach that stretches for about half a mile, providing ample space for beachgoers to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The crystal-clear waters of the bay are perfect for swimming, kayaking, and other water activities. It is also a popular spot for wildlife enthusiasts, as the bay is home to a diverse range of marine and bird species.

Camas nan Oban is surrounded by rugged coastal scenery, with cliffs that offer panoramic views of the bay and the surrounding landscape. The area is dotted with walking trails that allow visitors to explore the stunning coastal paths and enjoy the refreshing sea air. The bay is also a great spot for camping, with designated camping areas available for those who wish to spend a night under the stars.

While the bay itself is relatively secluded, it is within close proximity to the town of Oban, which offers a range of amenities including shops, restaurants, and accommodations. Visitors to Camas nan Oban can easily access the bay by car or public transportation.

Overall, Camas nan Oban is a hidden gem in Inverness-shire, offering visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the Scottish coastline.

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Camas nan Oban Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.656308/-7.3255875 or Grid Reference NF8275. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Flat boggy tidal ground near Grenitote Traigh Ear (East shore or beach), a magnificent stretch of beach, to the right.
Flat boggy tidal ground near Grenitote
Traigh Ear (East shore or beach), a magnificent stretch of beach, to the right.
Solas, North Uist This is a typical scattering of houses in a Hebridean 'township'.
Solas, North Uist
This is a typical scattering of houses in a Hebridean 'township'.
Old Milestone by the A865, Grenitote, North Uist parish Granite slab by the A865, in parish of North Uist (North Uist District), Grenitote, in verge below modern bungalow, North side of road.

Inscription not recorded.

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: WI_NUCW16
Old Milestone by the A865, Grenitote, North Uist parish
Granite slab by the A865, in parish of North Uist (North Uist District), Grenitote, in verge below modern bungalow, North side of road. Inscription not recorded. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: WI_NUCW16
The A865 at Gearraidh Sgiobanais The main road through a typical scattered community on North Uist.
The A865 at Gearraidh Sgiobanais
The main road through a typical scattered community on North Uist.
Corran Àird a' Mhòrain Near the root of a long sand spit extending from Tràigh Ear (Greinetobht).
Corran Àird a' Mhòrain
Near the root of a long sand spit extending from Tràigh Ear (Greinetobht).
A vast expanse of sand The sands of Traigh Ear at low tide. Taken as a wide angle view which makes the hills of Harris look a long way off.
A vast expanse of sand
The sands of Traigh Ear at low tide. Taken as a wide angle view which makes the hills of Harris look a long way off.
Traigh Iar Looking south west along this superb beach. In the distance, right of centre, are the outlines of the ruins on Vallay, one of which must be Vallay House.
Traigh Iar
Looking south west along this superb beach. In the distance, right of centre, are the outlines of the ruins on Vallay, one of which must be Vallay House.
Two steps forward, one back Taking the route up through the dunes can be hard work on a warm and sunny day, but then who's complaining in such a beautiful location?
Two steps forward, one back
Taking the route up through the dunes can be hard work on a warm and sunny day, but then who's complaining in such a beautiful location?
Incoming tide, Traigh Ear Slowly but surely the tide makes its way across the flat sands of Traigh Ear. By the time we reached the small channel 70m before the car park it was a case of paddling across with shoes and socks off.
Incoming tide, Traigh Ear
Slowly but surely the tide makes its way across the flat sands of Traigh Ear. By the time we reached the small channel 70m before the car park it was a case of paddling across with shoes and socks off.
Tràigh Ear, Greinetobht Looking towards Corran Àird a' Mhòrain.
Tràigh Ear, Greinetobht
Looking towards Corran Àird a' Mhòrain.
The south end of Tràigh Ear, Greinetobht The access to a vast area of sand on the east side of Àird a' Mhòrain peninsula.
The south end of Tràigh Ear, Greinetobht
The access to a vast area of sand on the east side of Àird a' Mhòrain peninsula.
Cattle pens and a shed on the machair The sandy ground around here was once intensively cultivated. Today there are but a few patches of potatoes, some rapeseed and cattle grazings.
Cattle pens and a shed on the machair
The sandy ground around here was once intensively cultivated. Today there are but a few patches of potatoes, some rapeseed and cattle grazings.
Traigh Iar, Machair Leathann
Traigh Iar, Machair Leathann
Old field boundary eroded by the sea
Old field boundary eroded by the sea
Orasaigh island from Sgiobanais Western part of Orasaigh island taken from the shoreline at Sgiobanais
Orasaigh island from Sgiobanais
Western part of Orasaigh island taken from the shoreline at Sgiobanais
Burn entering the Sea at Claggan Solas
Burn entering the Sea at Claggan Solas
Tràigh Iar
Tràigh Iar
Tràigh Ear A wide expanse of sand.
Tràigh Ear
A wide expanse of sand.
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Camas nan Oban is located at Grid Ref: NF8275 (Lat: 57.656308, Lng: -7.3255875)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 57.656308,-7.3255875
Bus Stop
Grenitote
Bench: yes
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 6010731668
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Grenitote
Naptan Indicator: Village
Naptan Landmark: Village
Naptan NaptanCode: 94723586
Naptan Street: Village
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 57.6533041/-7.3260282
Post Box
Drive Through: yes
Ref: HS6 6
Lat/Long: 57.652954/-7.3247007
Greinetobht
Name En: Grenitote
Name Gd: Greinetobht
Place: village
Lat/Long: 57.653265/-7.325468
Sollas Bookbinding
Contact Twitter: SollasBooks
Craft: bookbinder
Website: https://www.sollasbooks.com/
Lat/Long: 57.6527736/-7.3252818
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 57.6523824/-7.323182
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6521163/-7.3262447
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6520202/-7.3273578
Power: pole
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Lat/Long: 57.6536296/-7.3312698
Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6537846/-7.33223
Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6545925/-7.3331205
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6549139/-7.3333592
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6534143/-7.329816
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6532927/-7.3290429
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6537911/-7.3258581
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6536849/-7.3249917
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6535931/-7.324525
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6539174/-7.3265715
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.6552319/-7.3336202
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 57.6548554/-7.331386
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 57.6554872/-7.332926
Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 57.6540912/-7.3289194
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: small_installation
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 57.6534023/-7.325548
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: small_installation
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 57.6527672/-7.3251868
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 57.6538451/-7.3283857
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