Mol Scaapar

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Mol Scaapar

Hamarsaigh From the ferry into Lochmaddy.
Hamarsaigh Credit: Hugh Venables

Mol Scaapar is a scenic coastal area located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. Situated along the western coast, Mol Scaapar offers breathtaking views of the sea, estuary, and creek, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

The sea at Mol Scaapar presents a mesmerizing sight, with its vast expanse of blue waters stretching as far as the eye can see. The crashing waves against the rugged coastline create a dramatic ambiance, attracting visitors who enjoy coastal walks, beachcombing, and even water sports like surfing or sailing.

The estuary found in Mol Scaapar is an area where the river mouth meets the sea, forming a unique ecosystem. Dotted with salt marshes, mudflats, and sandbanks, the estuary is home to a variety of plants and animals, including wading birds, seals, and even occasional dolphins. Birdwatchers particularly flock to this area to observe the diverse avian species that thrive in this coastal habitat.

The creek in Mol Scaapar is a small, narrow water channel that winds its way through the landscape. It provides a tranquil setting for visitors to enjoy a leisurely boat ride or kayaking. The creek also offers opportunities for fishing, as it is known for its abundance of salmon and trout.

Overall, Mol Scaapar in Inverness-shire offers a captivating blend of sea, estuary, and creek, providing a haven for nature lovers seeking to immerse themselves in the beauty and tranquility of the Scottish coastal landscape.

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Mol Scaapar Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.611111/-7.1060124 or Grid Reference NF9569. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hamarsaigh From the ferry into Lochmaddy.
Hamarsaigh
From the ferry into Lochmaddy.
Glas Eilean Mòr From the ferry into Lochmaddy.
Glas Eilean Mòr
From the ferry into Lochmaddy.
Madadh Beag to the Sou'east of Rubha an Fhigheadair The ferry out of Loch Maddy seems further north from the planned track than normal. There's a strong southerly wind blowing and the Minch looks so exciting.
Madadh Beag to the Sou'east of Rubha an Fhigheadair
The ferry out of Loch Maddy seems further north from the planned track than normal. There's a strong southerly wind blowing and the Minch looks so exciting.
An Glais-eilean Meadhonach Mind your navigation in these waters! Can you imagine sailing into Loch Maddy on foggy days prior to the advent of radar, radio beacons, and sonar?
An Glais-eilean Meadhonach
Mind your navigation in these waters! Can you imagine sailing into Loch Maddy on foggy days prior to the advent of radar, radio beacons, and sonar?
Hunched against a strong southerly - that's Madadh Beag What a sanctuary for fishes these rocks provide! Cast a line near here for the coalfish (Saith or coley) the Pollack (Lythe) and the Wrasse.
Hunched against a strong southerly - that's Madadh Beag
What a sanctuary for fishes these rocks provide! Cast a line near here for the coalfish (Saith or coley) the Pollack (Lythe) and the Wrasse.
Madadh Beag With the rocky slopes of Rubha na h-Aoir beyond. Seen from the ferry for Uig.
Madadh Beag
With the rocky slopes of Rubha na h-Aoir beyond. Seen from the ferry for Uig.
Lighthouse on Rubha an Fhigheadair With Madadh Beag in the near distance.
Lighthouse on Rubha an Fhigheadair
With Madadh Beag in the near distance.
Madadh Beag and Rubha na h-Aoir Looking from the Lochmaddy-Uig ferry.
Madadh Beag and Rubha na h-Aoir
Looking from the Lochmaddy-Uig ferry.
Glas Eilean Mòr Looking northeast from the Lochmaddy-Uig ferry. The lighthouse on Rubha an Fhigheadair is just visible on the headland beyond.
Glas Eilean Mòr
Looking northeast from the Lochmaddy-Uig ferry. The lighthouse on Rubha an Fhigheadair is just visible on the headland beyond.
Glas Eilean Mòr Looking northeast from the Lochmaddy-Uig ferry. Beyond is the headland of Rubha an Fhigheadair
Glas Eilean Mòr
Looking northeast from the Lochmaddy-Uig ferry. Beyond is the headland of Rubha an Fhigheadair
Rubha Mhic ille-mhalaidh Headland seen off the port side of the MV Hebrides as she slows on the approach to Lochmaddy. If a certain on line translation service is correct, this is 'Son in-law's headland'. There's a navigation light on the rocks to the right of centre with solar panels visible.
Rubha Mhic ille-mhalaidh
Headland seen off the port side of the MV Hebrides as she slows on the approach to Lochmaddy. If a certain on line translation service is correct, this is 'Son in-law's headland'. There's a navigation light on the rocks to the right of centre with solar panels visible.
Rubha nam Plèac On Aird nam Madadh.
Rubha nam Plèac
On Aird nam Madadh.
Madadh Beag Skerry lying off Rubha an Fhigheadair.
Madadh Beag
Skerry lying off Rubha an Fhigheadair.
Madadh Beag A small islet, with the light on Rubha an Fhigheadair in the background.
Madadh Beag
A small islet, with the light on Rubha an Fhigheadair in the background.
"Lighthouse Loch" North Uist
"Lighthouse Loch" North Uist
Glas Eilean Mòr Despite its name, a very small island at the entrance to Loch nam Madadh. It carries a solar powered navigation beacon.
Glas Eilean Mòr
Despite its name, a very small island at the entrance to Loch nam Madadh. It carries a solar powered navigation beacon.
An Glais-eilean Meadhonach Skerries in the mouth of Loch nam Madadh. The small island of Rodaigh lies beyond; with the north shore of the loch and part of North Uist beyond that.
An Glais-eilean Meadhonach
Skerries in the mouth of Loch nam Madadh. The small island of Rodaigh lies beyond; with the north shore of the loch and part of North Uist beyond that.
Glas Eilean Mòr Contrary to the course shown on OS maps, the Uig to Lochmaddy ferry sometimes passes to the north of this skerry in the mouth of Loch nam Madadh.
Glas Eilean Mòr
Contrary to the course shown on OS maps, the Uig to Lochmaddy ferry sometimes passes to the north of this skerry in the mouth of Loch nam Madadh.
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Mol Scaapar is located at Grid Ref: NF9569 (Lat: 57.611111, Lng: -7.1060124)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 57.611111,-7.1060124
Man Made: lighthouse
Seamark Light Character: Fl
Seamark Light Colour: white
Seamark Light Height: 21
Seamark Light Period: 3
Seamark Light Range: 7
Seamark Light Reference: A 3996
Seamark Light Sequence: 1+(2)
Seamark Name: Weavers Pt
Seamark Type: light_minor
Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-05-26.
Wikidata: Q33061623
Lat/Long: 57.6082/-7.1000333
Rubha an Fhigheadair
Name En: Weavers Point
Name Gd: Rubha an Fhigheadair
Place: locality
Wikidata: Q7978388
Wikipedia: en:Weavers Point
Lat/Long: 57.6083598/-7.1012449
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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