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Loch Ghreosabhagh

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Inverness-shire

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Loch Ghreosabhagh

Collam A handful of houses beside Loch Ghreosabhaigh.
Collam Credit: Anne Burgess

Loch Ghreosabhagh, also known as Loch Gravir, is a sea loch located in the Inverness-shire region of Scotland. Situated on the Isle of Lewis, it forms part of the wider Lochs and Sounds complex, which includes Loch Resort, Loch Erisort, and Loch Seaforth.

The loch is characterized by its stunning natural beauty, surrounded by rolling hills and rugged landscapes. It stretches approximately 6 kilometers inland and is connected to the Atlantic Ocean through a narrow channel. Loch Ghreosabhagh is known for its deep waters and strong tidal currents, which make it a popular spot for water sports enthusiasts, particularly kayaking and sailing.

The loch also serves as an estuary for several small rivers and creeks that flow into it, including the Abhainn Ghreosabhagh and the Abhainn Mor. These waterways contribute to the diverse ecosystem found in and around the loch, supporting a variety of marine and bird life. It is not uncommon to spot seals, otters, and a wide range of seabirds while exploring the area.

The surrounding area of Loch Ghreosabhagh offers a range of recreational activities for visitors. It is a popular spot for fishing, with salmon and trout being the most sought-after catches. There are also several walking trails and viewpoints that provide panoramic views of the loch and its surroundings.

Overall, Loch Ghreosabhagh is a picturesque and ecologically diverse sea loch, offering a range of outdoor activities and breathtaking natural scenery for visitors to enjoy.

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Loch Ghreosabhagh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.828279/-6.7835785 or Grid Reference NG1692. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Collam A handful of houses beside Loch Ghreosabhaigh.
Collam
A handful of houses beside Loch Ghreosabhaigh.
Fish Farm In the outer part of Loch Ghreosabhagh. I take it that the poles and nets are to discourage birds form taking the fish.
Fish Farm
In the outer part of Loch Ghreosabhagh. I take it that the poles and nets are to discourage birds form taking the fish.
Lochan near Greosabhagh A lochan liberally sprinkled with water-lily leaves.
Lochan near Greosabhagh
A lochan liberally sprinkled with water-lily leaves.
Loch Harmasaig Most of this loch is hidden behind the knoll on the left.
Loch Harmasaig
Most of this loch is hidden behind the knoll on the left.
Loch nan Uidhean Typical 'Cnoc and Lochan' topography, with a small loch hemmed in by steeply dipping hummocky Lewisian gneiss.
Loch nan Uidhean
Typical 'Cnoc and Lochan' topography, with a small loch hemmed in by steeply dipping hummocky Lewisian gneiss.
Nameless Lochan That is to say, the map doesn't name it.
Nameless Lochan
That is to say, the map doesn't name it.
Loch Phlocrapoil This is one of the larger lochs on the route of the Golden Road.
Loch Phlocrapoil
This is one of the larger lochs on the route of the Golden Road.
Lewisian Gneiss This is classic Lewisian Gneiss, in irregular outcrops smoothed by the glaciers of the last (and no doubt previous) Ice Ages.
Lewisian Gneiss
This is classic Lewisian Gneiss, in irregular outcrops smoothed by the glaciers of the last (and no doubt previous) Ice Ages.
Loch Harmasaig
Loch Harmasaig
Rough ground at Druim nan-Uidhean
Rough ground at Druim nan-Uidhean
Old pontoon equipment at Loch Harmasaig
Old pontoon equipment at Loch Harmasaig
The road to Greosabhagh A typical East Harris view - water and rock, rock and water. Shots of parts of the island were used by Stanley Kubrick as the surface of Jupiter in the film 2001: A Space Odyssey.
The road to Greosabhagh
A typical East Harris view - water and rock, rock and water. Shots of parts of the island were used by Stanley Kubrick as the surface of Jupiter in the film 2001: A Space Odyssey.
Houses at Greosabhagh On The Golden Road.
Houses at Greosabhagh
On The Golden Road.
Boat and trailer at Greosabhagh With Cnoc Soilleir beyond.
Boat and trailer at Greosabhagh
With Cnoc Soilleir beyond.
House at Greosabhagh Restored, compared to its condition on Google Street View in 2009.
House at Greosabhagh
Restored, compared to its condition on Google Street View in 2009.
Ruined house at Greosabhagh One of several on this part of the Golden Road.
Ruined house at Greosabhagh
One of several on this part of the Golden Road.
Loch Plocrapol at Scadabay
Loch Plocrapol at Scadabay
Mol Bhi, Harris Mol Bhi (or Mol Vee) is an inlet on Loch Ghreosabhagh.
Mol Bhi, Harris
Mol Bhi (or Mol Vee) is an inlet on Loch Ghreosabhagh.
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Loch Ghreosabhagh is located at Grid Ref: NG1692 (Lat: 57.828279, Lng: -6.7835785)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///revision.panoramic.media. Near Tarbert, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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Loch nan Uidhean Creag na h-Iolaire Loch na Crò Loch Ghreosabhagh Loch Creag na h-Iolaire Aird Bhi

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Located within 500m of 57.828279,-6.7835785
Created By: dmgroom_coastlines
Lat/Long: 57.83091/-6.78904
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Lat/Long: 57.8260654/-6.7850779
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Harmasaig Bay
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