Garbh-chamas

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Garbh-chamas

Fish farming near Eilean Ornais
Fish farming near Eilean Ornais Credit: Toby Speight

Garbh-chamas is a scenic coastal area located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. Situated along the shores of the North Atlantic Ocean, it encompasses a sea, estuary, and creek, offering breathtaking views and diverse natural features.

The sea at Garbh-chamas is characterized by its vast expanse of deep blue waters, which stretch out to the horizon. Its proximity to the ocean makes it susceptible to the ebb and flow of tides, creating a dynamic environment that is home to various marine species. The crashing waves and salty sea breeze add to the area's charm, making it a popular spot for water-based activities such as swimming, surfing, and boating.

The estuary at Garbh-chamas is formed by the convergence of a river and the sea, creating a unique ecosystem where freshwater meets saltwater. This transitional zone is teeming with life, providing a habitat for a wide range of flora and fauna. The estuary is particularly renowned for its birdlife, attracting numerous species that thrive in the wetland environment.

A creek also winds its way through Garbh-chamas, offering a tranquil and picturesque setting. Lined with lush vegetation and surrounded by rolling hills, the creek provides a peaceful retreat for visitors seeking solitude or a leisurely stroll along its banks.

Overall, Garbh-chamas in Inverness-shire is a captivating coastal area that showcases the beauty of Scotland's natural landscapes. With its sea, estuary, and creek, it offers a rich and diverse environment that appeals to nature enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and those seeking a serene escape.

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Garbh-chamas Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.318988/-7.2224357 or Grid Reference NF8537. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fish farming near Eilean Ornais
Fish farming near Eilean Ornais
Uisinis Lighthouse track When the Uisinis lighthouse was constructed for the Commissioners of Northern Lights in 1857, the designers, David and Thomas Stevenson, foolishly neglected to also invent helicopters.  Thus, generations of lighthouse keepers, and their supplies, arrived by sea.

The landing in the bay of Mol a Tuath is much more sheltered than the rocky coast at the lighthouse, and the gently-graded track provides an easier approach than steep steps to the shoreline as built at other locations.

The track has seen much less use since the introduction of helicopters, and especially since full automation of the light in 1970.
Uisinis Lighthouse track
When the Uisinis lighthouse was constructed for the Commissioners of Northern Lights in 1857, the designers, David and Thomas Stevenson, foolishly neglected to also invent helicopters. Thus, generations of lighthouse keepers, and their supplies, arrived by sea. The landing in the bay of Mol a Tuath is much more sheltered than the rocky coast at the lighthouse, and the gently-graded track provides an easier approach than steep steps to the shoreline as built at other locations. The track has seen much less use since the introduction of helicopters, and especially since full automation of the light in 1970.
Northern limit of Uisinis
Northern limit of Uisinis
Northernmost point of Uisinis The left side of the rocks shown is the only land in this square.
Northernmost point of Uisinis
The left side of the rocks shown is the only land in this square.
Track to the Uisinis Lighthouse Apparently used only by pedestrian traffic now, the track connects the landing place at Mol a' Tuath Bay to the lighthouse, which is now unmanned and serviced by helicopter.
Track to the Uisinis Lighthouse
Apparently used only by pedestrian traffic now, the track connects the landing place at Mol a' Tuath Bay to the lighthouse, which is now unmanned and serviced by helicopter.
Climbing to the ridge at Maol Martaig
Climbing to the ridge at Maol Martaig
Caolas Mòr Caolas Mòr - The great anchorage.  As impressive a location from the land as from a boat at anchor. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/334015">NF8438 : At anchor in Caolas Mòr - the great anchorage</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/599470">NF8438 : Caolas Mòr - the great anchorage</a>.
Caolas Mòr
Caolas Mòr - The great anchorage. As impressive a location from the land as from a boat at anchor. NF8438 : At anchor in Caolas Mòr - the great anchorage and NF8438 : Caolas Mòr - the great anchorage.
Siolaigh Mòr Island off South Uist, seen from Hecla.
Siolaigh Mòr
Island off South Uist, seen from Hecla.
Natural harbour, Acarsaid Falaich The boat belongs to the owners of the local big house, who had landed on this remote part of the east coast of South Uist for a picnic!
Natural harbour, Acarsaid Falaich
The boat belongs to the owners of the local big house, who had landed on this remote part of the east coast of South Uist for a picnic!
Wizard Pool, Loch Skipport panorama of the anchorage of Wizard Pool. The mountain in the distance, partially in cloud, is Hecla (606m)
Wizard Pool, Loch Skipport
panorama of the anchorage of Wizard Pool. The mountain in the distance, partially in cloud, is Hecla (606m)
Wizard Pool, Loch Skiport
Wizard Pool, Loch Skiport
At anchor in Caolas Mòr - the great anchorage Caolas Mòr is a very well protected anchorage at the entrance to Loch Skiport.  The entrance to the anchorage is to the northwest - the direction of sunset in midsummer. The yacht is the 14.7 m long Ismana built in 1951.  See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sandemanyachtcompany.co.uk/yacht/272/laurent-giles-47-ft-yawl-1951" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sandemanyachtcompany.co.uk/yacht/272/laurent-giles-47-ft-yawl-1951">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>.  The yacht provided an excellent base for exploring the Hebrides.
At anchor in Caolas Mòr - the great anchorage
Caolas Mòr is a very well protected anchorage at the entrance to Loch Skiport. The entrance to the anchorage is to the northwest - the direction of sunset in midsummer. The yacht is the 14.7 m long Ismana built in 1951. See LinkExternal link. The yacht provided an excellent base for exploring the Hebrides.
Caolas Mòr - the great anchorage No houses are visible from this favoured anchorage for yachts in South Uist. The yacht is the 14 m Ismana built in 1951.  See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sandemanyachtcompany.co.uk/yacht/272/laurent-giles-47-ft-yawl-1951" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sandemanyachtcompany.co.uk/yacht/272/laurent-giles-47-ft-yawl-1951">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>.  The yacht provided a home for a week's cruising of the Western Isles.
Caolas Mòr - the great anchorage
No houses are visible from this favoured anchorage for yachts in South Uist. The yacht is the 14 m Ismana built in 1951. See LinkExternal link. The yacht provided a home for a week's cruising of the Western Isles.
The slog to Uisinish Bay Slogging through the trackless heather on a wild corner of South Uist.
The slog to Uisinish Bay
Slogging through the trackless heather on a wild corner of South Uist.
Loch Bein and Loch Sgiopoirt Loch Bein is on the left; the island to the right is Siolagh Mor in Loch Sgiopoirt.
Loch Bein and Loch Sgiopoirt
Loch Bein is on the left; the island to the right is Siolagh Mor in Loch Sgiopoirt.
Siolag Mor These islands lie at the eastern end of Loch Sgiopoirt. The almost-circular bay is Caolas Mor.
Siolag Mor
These islands lie at the eastern end of Loch Sgiopoirt. The almost-circular bay is Caolas Mor.
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Garbh-chamas is located at Grid Ref: NF8537 (Lat: 57.318988, Lng: -7.2224357)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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///luxury.villa.rolled. Near Lochboisdale, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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