An Dorneil

Bay in Inverness-shire

Scotland

An Dorneil

Cattle in a Field View from track to the Coral Beaches.
Cattle in a Field Credit: Sandy Gerrard

An Dorneil is a bay located in the county of Inverness-shire in Scotland. Situated on the west coast of Scotland, An Dorneil is known for its stunning natural beauty and picturesque surroundings.

The bay is surrounded by rugged cliffs and rolling hills, providing a peaceful and tranquil setting for visitors to enjoy. The clear blue waters of the bay are perfect for swimming, kayaking, and other water activities.

An Dorneil is also a popular spot for birdwatching, with a variety of seabirds and other wildlife species calling the bay home. Visitors can often spot seals, dolphins, and even the occasional whale in the waters of the bay.

The nearby village of Inverness-shire offers a range of amenities and accommodations for visitors looking to explore the area. Whether you're looking to relax on the beach, explore the surrounding countryside, or simply take in the stunning views, An Dorneil has something to offer everyone.

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An Dorneil Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.498175/-6.6395219 or Grid Reference NG2254. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cattle in a Field View from track to the Coral Beaches.
Cattle in a Field
View from track to the Coral Beaches.
Camas Bàn View from the popular path to the coral beaches.
Camas Bàn
View from the popular path to the coral beaches.
Coral Beach and Cnoc Mòr a' Ghrobain
Coral Beach and Cnoc Mòr a' Ghrobain
Car park entrance The local farmer clearly also has issues with poor parking <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4532467">NG2353 : Selfish parking</a>
Car park entrance
The local farmer clearly also has issues with poor parking NG2353 : Selfish parking
Gazing upon a rocky beach, my eyes settle on Rudha na Gairbhe, a name that translates to "rough point"
Gazing upon a rocky beach, my eyes settle on Rudha na Gairbhe, a name that translates to "rough point"
Camas Bàn A name that proudly proclaims "The White Bay," despite a mere scattering of sand in sight.
Camas Bàn
A name that proudly proclaims "The White Bay," despite a mere scattering of sand in sight.
Lazy beds associated with the deserted township known by the name Cnoc Mòr a' Ghrobain For more info. see ‘Skye, Cnoc Mor A’ Ghrobain | Canmore’. 2023. Canmore.org.uk <<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10916/skye-cnoc-mor-a-ghrobain" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10916/skye-cnoc-mor-a-ghrobain">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> > [accessed 17 July 2023]
Lazy beds associated with the deserted township known by the name Cnoc Mòr a' Ghrobain
For more info. see ‘Skye, Cnoc Mor A’ Ghrobain | Canmore’. 2023. Canmore.org.uk <LinkExternal link > [accessed 17 July 2023]
Claigan's fields of pasture Where buttercups frolic upon the fence&amp;#039;s edge, playfully contrasting the verdant greens. And yonder, the majestic Dunvegan Head graces the horizon.
Claigan's fields of pasture
Where buttercups frolic upon the fence's edge, playfully contrasting the verdant greens. And yonder, the majestic Dunvegan Head graces the horizon.
Grassy moorland near Claigan
Grassy moorland near Claigan
Islands off Lovaig Bay
Islands off Lovaig Bay
Beach at Lovaig Bay
Beach at Lovaig Bay
Moorland above Lovaig Bay
Moorland above Lovaig Bay
Valley above Lovaig Bay
Valley above Lovaig Bay
Moorland near Claigan
Moorland near Claigan
Ruins above Lovaig Bay
Ruins above Lovaig Bay
Ruins above Lovaig Bay
Ruins above Lovaig Bay
Lovaig Bay, Skye
Lovaig Bay, Skye
Beach, Lovaig Bay
Beach, Lovaig Bay
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An Dorneil is located at Grid Ref: NG2254 (Lat: 57.498175, Lng: -6.6395219)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///bookings.shapeless.scrubbing. Near Glendale, Highland

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An Dorneil Camas Bàn

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 57.498175,-6.6395219
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 57.4951496/-6.6339673
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 57.4953182/-6.6337899
Bicycle: yes
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 57.4958678/-6.6343592
Cnoc Mòr a' Ghrogain
Ele: 28
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 57.5017953/-6.6368827
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