Airor Bay

Bay in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Airor Bay

Shore at Samadalan, Knoydart Credit: Colin Park

Airor Bay is a picturesque coastal inlet located in the remote and rugged region of Inverness-shire, Scotland. Surrounded by towering cliffs and lush greenery, the bay offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape and the crystal-clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

The bay is known for its tranquil and secluded atmosphere, making it a popular destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The area is teeming with wildlife, including seals, otters, and a variety of seabirds, making it a haven for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.

Visitors to Airor Bay can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, such as hiking, birdwatching, and kayaking. The bay is also a great spot for fishing, with plenty of opportunities to catch a variety of fish species.

Overall, Airor Bay is a hidden gem in Inverness-shire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Scottish coastline and experience the peace and tranquility of this remote and unspoiled corner of the country.

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Airor Bay Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.083212/-5.7680444 or Grid Reference NG7105. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Shore at Samadalan, Knoydart

Colin Park

Airor Bay, Knoydart

Colin Park

The Road's End Cafe, Airor, Knoydart

A unexpected place to stop for a hot midday lunch.

Colin Park

Track through Airor, Knoydart

Colin Park

Moorland on GeÃ rr-leathad, Knoydart

Alpin Stewart

Road to Airor, Knoydart

Alpin Stewart

Coastline near Joiner's Cottage, near Airor, Knoydart

Coastal scene and view, Skye in background.

Jim Mitchell

Hillside above Loch Coire a Phuill

Gordon Brown

Eilean Shamadalain

Rain approaching across the Sound of Sleat.

Jonathan Long

On the road to Airor

View taken looking North towards the Isle of Skye

Trevor Lund

Small Burn

The path here crosses a small burn, water pipes for the house are visible here.

Conor Bolas

Quiet Cove

There is a house being built/added to up the sloped path and this cove seems to be used as a landing stage for building materials.

Glen Breaden

Rough Coastline

The Doune to Airor coastline is awkward to access but is seen to advantage from the seaward side.

Glen Breaden

Airor Township

Knoydart has but one surfaced road some 10 km from Inverie to Airor, so this is the end of the line.

Glen Breaden

Airor hamlet, Knoydart

Faraway from civilisation, and with no roads into the peninsula, many settlements around the Knoydart shores rely on boats from Mallaig to bring in supplies. However, for those that choose to live in this remote and beautiful part of Scotland, life is slow, uncomplicated but nonetheless pleasurable.

Roy Smart

Shed beside the road to Airor

A shed stands beside the Inverie to Airor road at the head of the footpath down to Joiner's Cottage. The Sleat peninsula on the Isle of Skye can be seen beyond the Sound.

Oliver Dixon