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Oisgill Bay

Bay in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Oisgill Bay

Steps to Neist Point—Suffered by tourists for a perfect Instagram selfie
Steps to Neist Point—Suffered by tourists for a perfect Instagram selfie Credit: Mick Garratt

Oisgill Bay is a picturesque bay located in the region of Inverness-shire, Scotland. Situated on the northwest coast of the country, the bay offers stunning views of the surrounding landscapes and the open waters of the North Atlantic Ocean.

The bay is characterized by its rugged coastline, which features rocky cliffs and small pebble beaches. The area is known for its dramatic tides, which can create powerful currents and changing water levels throughout the day. This makes Oisgill Bay a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts, including kayakers, surfers, and wildlife enthusiasts.

In terms of wildlife, Oisgill Bay is home to a diverse range of species. Seals can often be spotted lounging on the rocky outcrops, while seabirds such as puffins and gannets can be seen diving into the water in search of fish. Dolphins and whales are also occasionally seen in the bay, making it a truly remarkable place for marine wildlife observation.

Aside from its natural beauty, Oisgill Bay also has historical significance. The area was once a thriving fishing village, with evidence of human habitation dating back centuries. Today, visitors can explore the ruins of old fishing huts and learn about the area's past through informative signage.

Access to Oisgill Bay is relatively easy, with a small parking area available for visitors. The bay is also part of a larger coastal trail, offering opportunities for long walks and hikes along the stunning shoreline. Overall, Oisgill Bay is a must-visit destination for those seeking natural beauty, wildlife encounters, and a glimpse into Scotland's rich history.

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Oisgill Bay Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.446115/-6.7835268 or Grid Reference NG1349. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Steps to Neist Point—Suffered by tourists for a perfect Instagram selfie
Steps to Neist Point—Suffered by tourists for a perfect Instagram selfie
Grazing sheep, rusty equipment, and a dilapidated barn
Grazing sheep, rusty equipment, and a dilapidated barn
Solitude on Skye—A cyclist conquering Loch Mòr's steep climb
Solitude on Skye—A cyclist conquering Loch Mòr's steep climb
Cliffs at Loch Pooltiel A section of the cliff line west of Milovaig.
Cliffs at Loch Pooltiel
A section of the cliff line west of Milovaig.
Cliffs near Milovaig Looking down almost 200 ft onto the beach from the only section of land on top of the cliffs that falls in this square. This sort of view needs 'Photographer Facing = Downwards!'
Cliffs near Milovaig
Looking down almost 200 ft onto the beach from the only section of land on top of the cliffs that falls in this square. This sort of view needs 'Photographer Facing = Downwards!'
Cliffline above Loch Pooltiel The land in this picture is pretty much all that falls into this square. It is at the top of 200 ft cliffs above Loch Pooltiel.
Cliffline above Loch Pooltiel
The land in this picture is pretty much all that falls into this square. It is at the top of 200 ft cliffs above Loch Pooltiel.
Lochan
Lochan
Allt an Ris waterfall Waterfalls don't usually look much from the cliff top, especially when there has been no rain for a few days. The Allt an Ris tumbles over the cliff top just in front of the photographer's feet. View from the shore - <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2086406">NG1450 : Allt an Ris waterfall</a>.
Allt an Ris waterfall
Waterfalls don't usually look much from the cliff top, especially when there has been no rain for a few days. The Allt an Ris tumbles over the cliff top just in front of the photographer's feet. View from the shore - NG1450 : Allt an Ris waterfall.
Allt an Ris waterfall From the shore, the waterfall looks a little more impressive than from above. (See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2086404">NG1450 : Allt an Ris waterfall</a>). It would look much more impressive after a few days of heavy rain.
Allt an Ris waterfall
From the shore, the waterfall looks a little more impressive than from above. (See NG1450 : Allt an Ris waterfall). It would look much more impressive after a few days of heavy rain.
Looking along a grid line A small jutting out piece of cliff (in the bottom of the picture) permits the photographer to just stand in the grid square to take this shot. The beach is within this grid square, while the cliff edge on the left is in the square to the south. The beach is inaccessible from above. The cliffs rise to An Ceannaich to the west of Lower Milovaig.
Looking along a grid line
A small jutting out piece of cliff (in the bottom of the picture) permits the photographer to just stand in the grid square to take this shot. The beach is within this grid square, while the cliff edge on the left is in the square to the south. The beach is inaccessible from above. The cliffs rise to An Ceannaich to the west of Lower Milovaig.
All the land in this grid square There is a rocky beach below the cliff which is submerged at high tide, and inaccessible from above. So, within the limits of accuracy of my GPS device, I believe this to be the entire area of dry land within this grid square. Beyond is Loch Pooltiel and the cliffs below Ben Ettow.
All the land in this grid square
There is a rocky beach below the cliff which is submerged at high tide, and inaccessible from above. So, within the limits of accuracy of my GPS device, I believe this to be the entire area of dry land within this grid square. Beyond is Loch Pooltiel and the cliffs below Ben Ettow.
Hand-hold for Geograph photographers? This old fence post is planted in the only part of the cliff top which is within this grid square. On a windy day, a photographer could hang onto it to 'stand in the square'. The beach below is also in the square, but is only accessible from the sea (or by dangling on a rope). The location is west of Lower Milovaig. The island on the horizon is North Uist. View down the cliff from the fencepost - <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2086462">NG1351 : Down the cliff</a>.
Hand-hold for Geograph photographers?
This old fence post is planted in the only part of the cliff top which is within this grid square. On a windy day, a photographer could hang onto it to 'stand in the square'. The beach below is also in the square, but is only accessible from the sea (or by dangling on a rope). The location is west of Lower Milovaig. The island on the horizon is North Uist. View down the cliff from the fencepost - NG1351 : Down the cliff.
Down the cliff A view looking almost straight down the cliff to the inaccessible beach, taken from the fence post in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2086455">NG1351 : Hand-hold for Geograph photographers?</a>. This amounts to pretty much all the land in this grid square.
Down the cliff
A view looking almost straight down the cliff to the inaccessible beach, taken from the fence post in NG1351 : Hand-hold for Geograph photographers?. This amounts to pretty much all the land in this grid square.
Shielings near An Ceannaich The patches of short green grass amid the heather are the site of two shieling huts. There is a loose group of about eight similar huts in the area. They are not marked on the OS map or currently listed in the Highland Council Historic Environment Record.
Shielings near An Ceannaich
The patches of short green grass amid the heather are the site of two shieling huts. There is a loose group of about eight similar huts in the area. They are not marked on the OS map or currently listed in the Highland Council Historic Environment Record.
Shielings above Cadha Ramasgeir The lumpy short grass and scattered stones are the foreground and middle ground are remains of two of a loose group of shieling huts on the moor close to the cliff top west of Lower Milovaig. The shielings are not marked on the OS map or currently listed in the Highland Council Historic Environment Record.
Shielings above Cadha Ramasgeir
The lumpy short grass and scattered stones are the foreground and middle ground are remains of two of a loose group of shieling huts on the moor close to the cliff top west of Lower Milovaig. The shielings are not marked on the OS map or currently listed in the Highland Council Historic Environment Record.
Cadha Ramasgeir A small unnamed burn has cut a cleave in the cliff close to An Ceannaich to the west of Lower Milovaig.
Cadha Ramasgeir
A small unnamed burn has cut a cleave in the cliff close to An Ceannaich to the west of Lower Milovaig.
Over the shielings The grassy patches in the foreground are remains of shieling huts. The cleft in the cliff edge has been cut by an unnamed burn. Beyond, is the mouth of Loch Pooltiel. with the cliffs of Biod an Athair on the far side.
Over the shielings
The grassy patches in the foreground are remains of shieling huts. The cleft in the cliff edge has been cut by an unnamed burn. Beyond, is the mouth of Loch Pooltiel. with the cliffs of Biod an Athair on the far side.
Moorland with shielings The grassy patches amid the heather of the moorland are the sites of shieling huts. There is a loose group of about eight huts here, west of Lower Milovaig. The water is Loch Pooltiel. The hill beyond rises above impressive cliffs to Ben Ettow with summit in grid square <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NG1752">NG1752</a>.
Moorland with shielings
The grassy patches amid the heather of the moorland are the sites of shieling huts. There is a loose group of about eight huts here, west of Lower Milovaig. The water is Loch Pooltiel. The hill beyond rises above impressive cliffs to Ben Ettow with summit in grid square NG1752.
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Oisgill Bay is located at Grid Ref: NG1349 (Lat: 57.446115, Lng: -6.7835268)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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