Tràigh Liath

Beach in Argyllshire

Scotland

Tràigh Liath

Fairy Hill Cottage The eye-catching holiday rental of Fairy Hill by Ardilistry. — Fairy Hill Cottage Credit: Andrew Wood

Tràigh Liath is a stunning beach located in Argyllshire, Scotland. Situated on the west coast of Scotland, this pristine beach offers visitors breathtaking views and a tranquil atmosphere. The name "Tràigh Liath" translates to "Grey Beach" in English, which accurately reflects the stunning gray sand that stretches for miles along the coastline.

The beach is known for its unspoiled beauty and is surrounded by rugged cliffs and rolling hills, adding to its charm. The crystal-clear turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean lap gently against the shore, creating a serene and picturesque setting. The beach is also backed by a diverse range of plant and animal life, making it an ideal spot for nature enthusiasts.

Tràigh Liath is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as walking, picnicking, and birdwatching. Due to its remote location, it offers a peaceful escape from the bustle of everyday life. Visitors can take leisurely strolls along the shore, exploring the rock pools and discovering an array of fascinating marine life.

The beach is easily accessible by car, with a parking area nearby, and there are also public transportation options available. Facilities such as toilets and refreshment stands can be found in the vicinity of the beach, ensuring visitors have a comfortable experience.

Overall, Tràigh Liath is a hidden gem, offering visitors a chance to experience the natural beauty of the Scottish coastline in all its glory.

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Tràigh Liath Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.659925/-6.0775662 or Grid Reference NR4348. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fairy Hill Cottage The eye-catching holiday rental of Fairy Hill by Ardilistry.

Fairy Hill Cottage

The eye-catching holiday rental of Fairy Hill by Ardilistry.

Loch an t-Sailean A sea loch, with an irregular outline, famed for seal and birdlife.

Loch an t-Sailean

A sea loch, with an irregular outline, famed for seal and birdlife.

Seals on the rocks In Loch an t-Sàilein.

Seals on the rocks

In Loch an t-Sàilein.

Rocks at Rubha Buidhe In Loch an t-Sàilein.

Rocks at Rubha Buidhe

In Loch an t-Sàilein.

Local resident at Tigh- Na- Croitean Near Kildalton House.

Local resident at Tigh- Na- Croitean

Near Kildalton House.

House backing onto Loch a' Chnuic

House backing onto Loch a' Chnuic

Traigh Liath Rubha Thorrnish on the left.

Traigh Liath

Rubha Thorrnish on the left.

Fairy Hill Cottage On the road to Ardtalla. Fairy Hill Cottage on the gate post, but The Gate House on the map. For two earlier pictures see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5144678">NR4349 : Fairy Hill Cottage</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4046681">NR4349 : Fairy Hill Cottage</a>.

Fairy Hill Cottage

On the road to Ardtalla. Fairy Hill Cottage on the gate post, but The Gate House on the map. For two earlier pictures see NR4349 : Fairy Hill Cottage and NR4349 : Fairy Hill Cottage.

Hazel Coppice at Torr Mhuilinn Such woodland occurs extensively along the road to Ardtalla.

Hazel Coppice at Torr Mhuilinn

Such woodland occurs extensively along the road to Ardtalla.

Beech coming into leaf near Kildalton House

Beech coming into leaf near Kildalton House

Milestone on the road to Ardtalla Slightly tipsy, but it reads &#039;PORT ELLEN V&#039; on the top.

Milestone on the road to Ardtalla

Slightly tipsy, but it reads 'PORT ELLEN V' on the top.

Willows and Iris Damp scrub by the Gate House, on the road to Ardtalla.

Willows and Iris

Damp scrub by the Gate House, on the road to Ardtalla.

Cnoc Rhaonastil With deciduous woodland and rough grazing.

Cnoc Rhaonastil

With deciduous woodland and rough grazing.

Oak and Willow by the Ardilistry River

Oak and Willow by the Ardilistry River

The Ardilistry River Looking upstream, with streamside Alders.

The Ardilistry River

Looking upstream, with streamside Alders.

The Ardilistry River Looking downstream from the bridge at Fairy Hill Cottage.

The Ardilistry River

Looking downstream from the bridge at Fairy Hill Cottage.

Moorland near Kildalton Looking south to a wooded rise.

Moorland near Kildalton

Looking south to a wooded rise.

Coille nam Bruach Open deciduous woodland along the road to Ardtalla.

Coille nam Bruach

Open deciduous woodland along the road to Ardtalla.

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Tràigh Liath is located at Grid Ref: NR4348 (Lat: 55.659925, Lng: -6.0775662)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

What 3 Words

///piano.book.inhabited. Near Port Ellen, Argyll & Bute

Nearby Locations

Cnoc Rhaonastil Tràigh Liath Loch nan Digl Rubha Thòrrnish Loch a' Chnuic Eilean Liath

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Located within 500m of 55.659925,-6.0775662

Source: PGS

Lat/Long: 55.6592865/-6.0782623

Source: PGS

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Loch a'Chnuic

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Lat/Long: 55.6587782/-6.0757184

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Tràigh Bhàn Argyllshire

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