Camas Bàn

Bay in Ross-shire

Scotland

Camas Bàn

Meall na h-Airighe Riabhaich Fine lichen covered cairn — Meall na h-Airighe Riabhaich Credit: David Brown

Camas Bàn is a beautiful bay located in Ross-shire, a county in the Scottish Highlands. This bay is renowned for its stunning natural scenery and is a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike. Its name, Camas Bàn, translates to "white bay" in Gaelic, which accurately describes the pristine sandy beach that lines its shores.

Situated on the western coast of Scotland, Camas Bàn offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The bay is enclosed by rolling hills and majestic mountains, creating a picturesque backdrop that adds to its charm. Visitors to the area can marvel at the tranquil waters of the bay, which often reflect the vibrant colors of the sky during sunrise and sunset.

Camas Bàn is not only visually stunning, but it also boasts a rich biodiversity. The bay is home to a diverse range of marine life, including various species of fish, seals, and occasionally dolphins and whales. Birdwatchers will be delighted by the presence of numerous seabirds that frequent the area, such as gannets, puffins, and guillemots.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Camas Bàn offers ample opportunities for exploring and adventure. The bay is a popular spot for kayaking, sailing, and fishing. Hikers will find several scenic trails that wind their way through the surrounding hills, providing breathtaking views of the bay and its surroundings.

In summary, Camas Bàn in Ross-shire is a picturesque bay that offers visitors a chance to experience the natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands. With its sandy beach, stunning views, and diverse wildlife, it is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility in a breathtaking setting.

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Camas Bàn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.859954/-5.6868895 or Grid Reference NG8191. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Meall na h-Airighe Riabhaich

Fine lichen covered cairn

David Brown

Loch na h-Uamhaidh Beag

David Brown

The car park at Cove

Here there are information boards describing the part Loch Ewe played in the WW2 Arctic Convoys.

Gordon Brown

Information board at Rubha nan Sasan, Cove

This describes the part Loch Ewe played in the WW2 Arctic Convoys.

Gordon Brown

New house near Cove

Gordon Brown

Beach with rusting lifeboats

David Brown

Bouldery beach with wrecked lifeboats

The beach is at a bay south of Eilean Furadh Mòr near to where, on 26 Feb 1944, the US 'Liberty Ship', William H. Welch foundered and was lost with most of her crew. The rusting remains of several of the ship's lifeboats lie on the beach

Trevor Littlewood

View from Airigh Riahach

Looking South across the grid square towards Meall na h-Airighe Riabhaich

Roger McLachlan

Sgeir Gorma

The coastline at Caolas an Fhuraidh with the reef of Sgeir Gorma in the foreground and the islet of Eilean Furadh Beag further out. Along the horizon are an array of diatant mountains, including [l-r] Arkle, Quinag, Suilven, canisp, Stac Pollaidh, Cul Mor and Ben Mor Coigach.

Gordon Hatton

Shipwreck memorial

A memorial to the crew of the USS William H Welch which foundered on nearby rocks in the early hours of Saturday 26th February 1944. The ship was caught in a fierce northerly gale and blizzard, missed the entrance to Loch Ewe and hit rocks on Eilean Furadh Mor [the island seen offshore]. Of a crew of 74, only 12 survived, the lucky ones being swept ashore by huge seas. The memorial also list those who came to help, including local people who walked across open boggy moorland with blankets, hot drinks etc for the survivors.

Gordon Hatton

Lochan on Meall na h-Uamhaidh

David Brown

Command post at Rubha nan Sasan

Peter Moore

Boats at Cove

Peter Moore

Loch Ewe and the road to Cove

Peter Jeffery

Loch Ewe

Peter Jeffery

Light anti-aircraft gun emplacement, Rubha nan Sasan, Ross and Cromarty

The gun emplacement lies within the Rubha nan Sasan coastal battery which was part of the Second World War defences of Loch Ewe from where Russian Arctic Convoys sailed.

Claire Pegrum

Light anti-aircraft gun emplacement, Rubha nan Sasan, Ross and Cromarty

The gun emplacement lies within the Rubha nan Sasan coastal battery.

Claire Pegrum

Memorial stone for over 3000 men lost on Russian Convoys

Erected on the headland of Rubha nan Sasan by the Russian Arctic Convoy Club. Loch Ewe was the heavily fortified base for the convoys to assemble prior to departure. Link

is the museum at Aultbea on the A832 which is well worth a visit