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Camas na Crotha

Bay in Ross-shire

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Camas na Crotha

Erratic Boulder above Loch nan Uidhean An erratic boulder between Loch nan Uidhean and Loch na Creage Lionta in the Aird Mhor.
Erratic Boulder above Loch nan Uidhean Credit: Marc Calhoun

Camas na Crotha is a picturesque bay located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated on the west coast of the Highlands, it is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

The bay is characterized by its stunning natural beauty, with its sandy beach stretching for over half a mile along the coastline. The crystal-clear waters of the bay are framed by rolling hills and dramatic cliffs, creating a truly breathtaking backdrop.

Camas na Crotha offers a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and enjoying the serenity of nature. The bay is often visited by walkers and hikers who explore the surrounding hills and coastal trails, providing ample opportunities for exploration and discovery.

The bay is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, with various bird species nesting in the cliffs and dolphins occasionally spotted swimming in the nearby waters. The rich marine environment attracts anglers, who can often be seen casting their lines from the shore or from small boats.

Facilities in Camas na Crotha are limited, as it is primarily a natural and unspoiled area. However, there are a few picnic spots and benches available for visitors to enjoy a meal or simply take in the stunning views.

Overall, Camas na Crotha offers a delightful combination of natural beauty, tranquility, and wildlife, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Scottish Highlands.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 58.052931/-7.0244352 or Grid Reference NB0318. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Erratic Boulder above Loch nan Uidhean An erratic boulder between Loch nan Uidhean and Loch na Creage Lionta in the Aird Mhor.
Erratic Boulder above Loch nan Uidhean
An erratic boulder between Loch nan Uidhean and Loch na Creage Lionta in the Aird Mhor.
Mullach na h-Airde Bige Second HuMP around the northern edge of Loch Resort on an Alan Holmes RIB trip. What a brilliant day. Name: Mullach na h-Airde Bige Hill number: 4947 Height: 182m / 597ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: NB026188 (est) Drop: 128m Col: 54m NB044194
Mullach na h-Airde Bige
Second HuMP around the northern edge of Loch Resort on an Alan Holmes RIB trip. What a brilliant day. Name: Mullach na h-Airde Bige Hill number: 4947 Height: 182m / 597ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: NB026188 (est) Drop: 128m Col: 54m NB044194
Steep Climb From Landing Point For Mullach na h-Airde Bige Our boatman Neil was a little worried by the steep climb up from our landing point. It proved to be no problem for Douglas Law, Alan Holmes, George Morl, Michael Earnshaw, Jim Bloomer, Martin Richardson, Mark Smith, Richard Tibbetts and Colin Crawford who were soon on top of the HuMP, Mullach na h-Airde Bige.
Steep Climb From Landing Point For Mullach na h-Airde Bige
Our boatman Neil was a little worried by the steep climb up from our landing point. It proved to be no problem for Douglas Law, Alan Holmes, George Morl, Michael Earnshaw, Jim Bloomer, Martin Richardson, Mark Smith, Richard Tibbetts and Colin Crawford who were soon on top of the HuMP, Mullach na h-Airde Bige.
Eoranish More Bagged on a RIB trip with 8 others to the HuMPs north of Loch Resort. Looking west towards Mullach na h-Airde Bige. Name: Eoranish More Hill number: 104363 Height: 158m / 518ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: 1 Grid ref: NB032188 (est) Drop: 79m Col: 79m
Eoranish More
Bagged on a RIB trip with 8 others to the HuMPs north of Loch Resort. Looking west towards Mullach na h-Airde Bige. Name: Eoranish More Hill number: 104363 Height: 158m / 518ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: 1 Grid ref: NB032188 (est) Drop: 79m Col: 79m
View Across Loch Gruineabhat View across Loch Gruineabhat and beyond to the subHuMP Aineabhal which is the next hill on our bagging list today.
View Across Loch Gruineabhat
View across Loch Gruineabhat and beyond to the subHuMP Aineabhal which is the next hill on our bagging list today.
Crossing Damp Moorland Crossing damp moorland after descending from Eoranish More and heading towards Aineabhal.
Crossing Damp Moorland
Crossing damp moorland after descending from Eoranish More and heading towards Aineabhal.
Sneathabhal Mor Third HuMP around the north of Loch Resort via an Alan Holmes RIB trip. Just a brilliant trip. Name: Sneathabhal Mor Hill number: 4949 Height: 175m / 574ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: NB043177 (est) Drop: 114m Col: 61m NB054178
Sneathabhal Mor
Third HuMP around the north of Loch Resort via an Alan Holmes RIB trip. Just a brilliant trip. Name: Sneathabhal Mor Hill number: 4949 Height: 175m / 574ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: NB043177 (est) Drop: 114m Col: 61m NB054178
Meall nan Sidhean [Meall nan Sithean] Last of four HuMPs around the north of Loch Resort on an Alan Holmes RIB trip. What a brilliant day. The summit is one of 3 tops in a line with the middle rocky top being lower than the tops on either side. Name: Meall nan Sidhean [Meall nan Sithean] Hill number: 4948 Height: 177m / 581ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: NB024175 (est) Drop: 122m Col: 55m NB039176
Meall nan Sidhean [Meall nan Sithean]
Last of four HuMPs around the north of Loch Resort on an Alan Holmes RIB trip. What a brilliant day. The summit is one of 3 tops in a line with the middle rocky top being lower than the tops on either side. Name: Meall nan Sidhean [Meall nan Sithean] Hill number: 4948 Height: 177m / 581ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: NB024175 (est) Drop: 122m Col: 55m NB039176
Loch Reasort from north shore Looking down Loch Reasort from the north shore after a 13 mile cycle/walk from Uig
Loch Reasort from north shore
Looking down Loch Reasort from the north shore after a 13 mile cycle/walk from Uig
Boulder on North Shore of Loch Reasort Reached this point after a 13 mile cycle/walk from Uig. While sitting here the bay was circled by a golden eagle.
Boulder on North Shore of Loch Reasort
Reached this point after a 13 mile cycle/walk from Uig. While sitting here the bay was circled by a golden eagle.
Rubha Geodha nan Sgarbh The entrance to Loch Tealasvay is well concealed close to the right of the picture.
Rubha Geodha nan Sgarbh
The entrance to Loch Tealasvay is well concealed close to the right of the picture.
A deep cleft
A deep cleft
Bridge over Abhainn Tamnabhaig
Bridge over Abhainn Tamnabhaig
Mol Tealasbhaigh Even in this remote inlet on the Atlantic Western Seaboard of Harris there is much evidence of plastic litter
Mol Tealasbhaigh
Even in this remote inlet on the Atlantic Western Seaboard of Harris there is much evidence of plastic litter
Aird Bheag Number 1 Aird Bheag on the shore of Loch Hamnaway
Aird Bheag
Number 1 Aird Bheag on the shore of Loch Hamnaway
Ard Bheag Landing Place This is the point where stores etc are landed for the house at Ard Bheag. A rough and very ancient and fairly steep path leads from the sea up to the house.
Ard Bheag Landing Place
This is the point where stores etc are landed for the house at Ard Bheag. A rough and very ancient and fairly steep path leads from the sea up to the house.
Ard Bheag Jetty and shoreside storage from seaward The late Andrew Miller-Mundy built these outhouses making a particularly fine job of the stone work.
Ard Bheag Jetty and shoreside storage from seaward
The late Andrew Miller-Mundy built these outhouses making a particularly fine job of the stone work.
Looking from Conagar towards Meall Mor
Looking from Conagar towards Meall Mor
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Camas na Crotha is located at Grid Ref: NB0318 (Lat: 58.052931, Lng: -7.0244352)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///bleach.swoop.ascendant. Near Tarbert, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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Eoranish Beg Àird Bheag Camas na Crotha Loch nan Geodhannan Gleann nan Geodhannan Rubha Reinoil

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