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Camas Daraich

Bay in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Camas Daraich

Camus Daraich A sandy beach east of the Point of Sleat.
Camus Daraich Credit: Ian Taylor

Camas Daraich is a picturesque bay located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. Situated on the west coast of the country, this bay offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape and provides a peaceful retreat for nature lovers.

The bay is characterized by its sandy beach, which stretches for approximately half a kilometer and is flanked by rolling hills covered in lush greenery. The clear blue waters of the bay are ideal for swimming, kayaking, and other water activities.

Camas Daraich is known for its rich biodiversity, with a diverse range of flora and fauna found in the area. The bay is home to a variety of bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts. Visitors may spot species such as oystercatchers, herons, and even the occasional golden eagle.

The bay also offers several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the surrounding area and take in the natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands. One popular trail is the Camas Daraich Trail, which takes hikers through a mixture of woodland and open moorland, providing panoramic views of the bay and its surroundings.

Facilities at Camas Daraich include a car park and picnic area, making it a great spot for a day trip or a longer stay. Camping is also permitted in designated areas, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the tranquility of the bay.

In summary, Camas Daraich is a stunning bay in Inverness-shire, Scotland, offering a beautiful sandy beach, diverse wildlife, and scenic walking trails. It is a perfect destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful getaway in the Scottish Highlands.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 57.021552/-6.0125148 or Grid Reference NM5699. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Camus Daraich A sandy beach east of the Point of Sleat.
Camus Daraich
A sandy beach east of the Point of Sleat.
Memorial cairn, Camus Daraich Memorial for William Taylor, an airman in 70 Squadron during WWII. There are 2 other plaques, presumably commemorating his wife and daughter.
Memorial cairn, Camus Daraich
Memorial for William Taylor, an airman in 70 Squadron during WWII. There are 2 other plaques, presumably commemorating his wife and daughter.
Memorial cairn and outcrop, Camus Daraich See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5417917">NM5699 : Memorial cairn, Camus Daraich</a> for a closer view of the cairn.
Memorial cairn and outcrop, Camus Daraich
See NM5699 : Memorial cairn, Camus Daraich for a closer view of the cairn.
Beach near Point of Sleat A small sandy beach on the east side of the Point of Sleat. North Morar is just visible in the distance. The concrete pier may have been built to enable unloading of materials for construction of the lighthouse.
Beach near Point of Sleat
A small sandy beach on the east side of the Point of Sleat. North Morar is just visible in the distance. The concrete pier may have been built to enable unloading of materials for construction of the lighthouse.
Camas Daraich Beach Tide in, looking East towards a small island.
Camas Daraich Beach
Tide in, looking East towards a small island.
Point of Sleat The Point of Sleat from offshore. The lighthouse is just visible, below the high-point (Creag Mhor) of the second promontory. The sun has just risen above the third promontory (Ard Thurinish). Estimated camera position NM547980.
Point of Sleat
The Point of Sleat from offshore. The lighthouse is just visible, below the high-point (Creag Mhor) of the second promontory. The sun has just risen above the third promontory (Ard Thurinish). Estimated camera position NM547980.
Small beach on Point of Sleat White sand and a turquoise sea in the Sound of Sleat, with Mallaig and the Morar beaches visible on the far mainland shore. The concrete structure on the left is a pier associated with access to the nearby Sleat Point light. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/377298">NM5699 : Point of Sleat Light</a>
Small beach on Point of Sleat
White sand and a turquoise sea in the Sound of Sleat, with Mallaig and the Morar beaches visible on the far mainland shore. The concrete structure on the left is a pier associated with access to the nearby Sleat Point light. NM5699 : Point of Sleat Light
Old telegraph pole, Camas Daraich What was its purpose? Was there a telephone connection to the Point of Sleat lighthouse? I did not see any other poles in the area.
Old telegraph pole, Camas Daraich
What was its purpose? Was there a telephone connection to the Point of Sleat lighthouse? I did not see any other poles in the area.
The Point of Sleat Lighthouse <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Point_of_Sleat_Lighthouse" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Point_of_Sleat_Lighthouse">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> at the southernmost extremity of the Isle of Skye.
The Point of Sleat
Lighthouse LinkExternal link at the southernmost extremity of the Isle of Skye.
The Point of Sleat Lighthouse <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Point_of_Sleat_Lighthouse" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Point_of_Sleat_Lighthouse">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> at the southernmost extremity of the Isle of Skye.
The Point of Sleat
Lighthouse LinkExternal link at the southernmost extremity of the Isle of Skye.
Camas Daraich
Camas Daraich
The rocky Point of Sleat
The rocky Point of Sleat
Beacon at Point of Sleat The south tip of the Isle of Skye. In the background is the Island of Eigg.
Beacon at Point of Sleat
The south tip of the Isle of Skye. In the background is the Island of Eigg.
Dead Jellyfish A few of the hundreds of dead Jellyfish washed up Camas Daraich beach on the Sleat peninsula on Skye.
Dead Jellyfish
A few of the hundreds of dead Jellyfish washed up Camas Daraich beach on the Sleat peninsula on Skye.
Point of Sleat Scenery Looking west at the isthmus just north of the Point of Sleat. Land in the distance is the very top of Rum.
Point of Sleat Scenery
Looking west at the isthmus just north of the Point of Sleat. Land in the distance is the very top of Rum.
South Skye skyline Looking along the cost towards Aird.
South Skye skyline
Looking along the cost towards Aird.
Waterfall off the track to Point of Sleat Just to the north of the track to Point of Sleat, walkers are treated to the sight of this waterfall.
Waterfall off the track to Point of Sleat
Just to the north of the track to Point of Sleat, walkers are treated to the sight of this waterfall.
Waterfall by the track to Point of Sleat
Waterfall by the track to Point of Sleat
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Camas Daraich is located at Grid Ref: NM5699 (Lat: 57.021552, Lng: -6.0125148)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Located within 500m of 57.021552,-6.0125148
Sleat Point Lighthouse
Man Made: lighthouse
Seamark Light Character: Fl
Seamark Light Colour: white
Seamark Light Height: 20
Seamark Light Period: 3
Seamark Light Range: 9
Seamark Light Reference: A 3952
Seamark Light Sequence: 1+(2)
Seamark Name: Sleat
Seamark Type: light_minor
Source: survey
Wikidata: Q24515751
Lat/Long: 57.0183042/-6.0178577
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Camas Daraich
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 57.0226986/-6.0094934
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Point of Sleat
Name Gd: Rubha Shlèite
Natural: cape
Lat/Long: 57.0180701/-6.0173825
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 57.0182863/-6.0178607
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