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Lòn Mòr

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Argyllshire

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Lòn Mòr

Maisgeir A flat rocky island off Gometra.
Maisgeir Credit: Richard Webb

Lòn Mòr is a stunning sea inlet located in Argyllshire, Scotland. Nestled along the western coast, it offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers.

The sea inlet is characterized by its tranquil waters and diverse ecosystems. The pristine blue sea merges with the estuary, creating a unique blend of saltwater and freshwater habitats. This convergence supports a rich array of marine life, making Lòn Mòr a haven for fishing and wildlife spotting.

The creek meandering through the area adds to the charm of Lòn Mòr. Its gentle flow creates a peaceful atmosphere, while the lush vegetation along its banks provides a habitat for various bird species and small mammals. Exploring the creek by boat or kayak allows visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the surroundings.

For those seeking adventure, Lòn Mòr offers ample opportunities for water sports such as paddleboarding and sailing. The calm waters and scenic backdrop create an idyllic setting for these activities, attracting both beginners and experienced enthusiasts.

In addition to its natural wonders, Lòn Mòr is also steeped in history. The area is dotted with ancient ruins and archaeological sites, offering a glimpse into Scotland's past. Visitors can explore these historical landmarks while enjoying the breathtaking views, creating a truly immersive experience.

Overall, Lòn Mòr in Argyllshire is a picturesque and diverse sea inlet that captivates visitors with its serene waters, abundant wildlife, and rich history. It is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a tranquil escape or an exciting outdoor adventure.

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Lòn Mòr Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.48231/-6.3030511 or Grid Reference NM3540. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Maisgeir A flat rocky island off Gometra.
Maisgeir
A flat rocky island off Gometra.
Maisgeir Skerries to the east of the main rocky island. Off the south coast of Gometra.
Maisgeir
Skerries to the east of the main rocky island. Off the south coast of Gometra.
Rubha Bhrisdeadh-ramh Typical rocky coastline on the isles of Ulva and Gometra.
Rubha Bhrisdeadh-ramh
Typical rocky coastline on the isles of Ulva and Gometra.
A yacht sailing south past the west end of Gometra
A yacht sailing south past the west end of Gometra
Gometra and Ulva Gometra and Loch Tuath, late afternoon from the road above Torloisk House on Mull
Gometra and Ulva
Gometra and Loch Tuath, late afternoon from the road above Torloisk House on Mull
Eilean Droghlum Summit Fourth TuMP after a military march from the Ulva ferry with Jim Bloomer and Richard Tibbetts on a bright sunny day. Saw seven feral goats on this tidal island. Name: Eilean Droghlum Hill number: 102505 Height: 38m / 125ft Area: 17E: Mull and Nearby Islands Class: 0 Grid ref: NM350422 (est) Drop: 38m
Eilean Droghlum Summit
Fourth TuMP after a military march from the Ulva ferry with Jim Bloomer and Richard Tibbetts on a bright sunny day. Saw seven feral goats on this tidal island. Name: Eilean Droghlum Hill number: 102505 Height: 38m / 125ft Area: 17E: Mull and Nearby Islands Class: 0 Grid ref: NM350422 (est) Drop: 38m
Feral Goats On The Rocky Eilean Droghlum Seven feral goats caught running away over the rocky tidal island of Eilean Droghlum near Gometra.
Feral Goats On The Rocky Eilean Droghlum
Seven feral goats caught running away over the rocky tidal island of Eilean Droghlum near Gometra.
Torr Mor Summit Fifth TuMP of a busy sunny day with Richard Tibbetts and Jim Bloomer. Name: Torr Mor Hill number: 102421 Height: 79m / 259ft Area: 17E: Mull and Nearby Islands Class: 0 Grid ref: NM366403 (est) Drop: 42m Col: 37m
Torr Mor Summit
Fifth TuMP of a busy sunny day with Richard Tibbetts and Jim Bloomer. Name: Torr Mor Hill number: 102421 Height: 79m / 259ft Area: 17E: Mull and Nearby Islands Class: 0 Grid ref: NM366403 (est) Drop: 42m Col: 37m
Gometra Cairn And Vanessa Trig Third TuMP of a bright sunny morning with Jim Bloomer and Richard Tibbetts. Name: Gometra Hill number: 1331 Height: 155m / 509ft Area: 17E: Mull and Nearby Islands Class: Ma Grid ref: NM 36120 41405 Summit feature: trig point: OS measurement Drop: 155m Col: Sea
Gometra Cairn And Vanessa Trig
Third TuMP of a bright sunny morning with Jim Bloomer and Richard Tibbetts. Name: Gometra Hill number: 1331 Height: 155m / 509ft Area: 17E: Mull and Nearby Islands Class: Ma Grid ref: NM 36120 41405 Summit feature: trig point: OS measurement Drop: 155m Col: Sea
Torr Mor NE Top Second TuMP today with Jim Bloomer and Richard Tibbetts. Name: Torr Mor NE Top Hill number: 102436 Height: 74m / 243ft Area: 17E: Mull and Nearby Islands Class: 0 Grid ref: NM370409 (est) Drop: 31m Col: 43m
Torr Mor NE Top
Second TuMP today with Jim Bloomer and Richard Tibbetts. Name: Torr Mor NE Top Hill number: 102436 Height: 74m / 243ft Area: 17E: Mull and Nearby Islands Class: 0 Grid ref: NM370409 (est) Drop: 31m Col: 43m
Farm Building Near Gometra House A busy area on Geometra around this farm near Gometra House which is sadly in need of repair. The island is agricultural, formerly growing grain for the monastery on Iona. Once home to a population of over a hundred, it is now down to a tight-knit community of a handful of people, up to a thousand black face sheep, highland cattle, pigs, horses, a flock of feral goats, and red deer.
Farm Building Near Gometra House
A busy area on Geometra around this farm near Gometra House which is sadly in need of repair. The island is agricultural, formerly growing grain for the monastery on Iona. Once home to a population of over a hundred, it is now down to a tight-knit community of a handful of people, up to a thousand black face sheep, highland cattle, pigs, horses, a flock of feral goats, and red deer.
View Towards Gometra House Gometra House had fallen into disrepair and parts were near collapse by the 1980s, but was reoccupied and restored as a family home in the 1990s. Principal exports include blackface breeding stock, lamb, mutton, wool, venison, oysters, vegetables, art and jewellery. There are currently four households on the island, and the islanders are dedicated to a low-impact lifestyle, living off-grid, doing without electricity in their homes, washing machines or cars on the island. Weather and tides permitting, it takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes to travel by track from the houses on the west of Gometra to the ferry landing stage on Ulva for the crossing to Mull, using a 4x4 vehicle. The same trip can be done in 50 minutes on a quad bike. By boat from Acarseid Mhòr the journey only takes 20 minutes.
View Towards Gometra House
Gometra House had fallen into disrepair and parts were near collapse by the 1980s, but was reoccupied and restored as a family home in the 1990s. Principal exports include blackface breeding stock, lamb, mutton, wool, venison, oysters, vegetables, art and jewellery. There are currently four households on the island, and the islanders are dedicated to a low-impact lifestyle, living off-grid, doing without electricity in their homes, washing machines or cars on the island. Weather and tides permitting, it takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes to travel by track from the houses on the west of Gometra to the ferry landing stage on Ulva for the crossing to Mull, using a 4x4 vehicle. The same trip can be done in 50 minutes on a quad bike. By boat from Acarseid Mhòr the journey only takes 20 minutes.
Two Highland Bulls We found these two Highland bulls happily grazing on a remote part of Gometra. They then started banging their heads together as they put on a show for us.
Two Highland Bulls
We found these two Highland bulls happily grazing on a remote part of Gometra. They then started banging their heads together as they put on a show for us.
Gometra Vanessa Trig Plus Coastal View Third TuMP of a bright sunny morning with Jim Bloomer and Richard Tibbetts plus soon joined by Martin Collins and Richard Wood. Name: Gometra Hill number: 1331 Height: 155m / 509ft Area: 17E: Mull and Nearby Islands Class: Ma Grid ref: NM 36120 41405 Summit feature: trig point: OS measurement Drop: 155m Col: Sea
Gometra Vanessa Trig Plus Coastal View
Third TuMP of a bright sunny morning with Jim Bloomer and Richard Tibbetts plus soon joined by Martin Collins and Richard Wood. Name: Gometra Hill number: 1331 Height: 155m / 509ft Area: 17E: Mull and Nearby Islands Class: Ma Grid ref: NM 36120 41405 Summit feature: trig point: OS measurement Drop: 155m Col: Sea
House on Gometra Gometra (Gòmastra) is an island in the Inner Hebrides, west of Mull. It lies immediately west of Ulva, to which it is linked by a bridge, and at low tide also by a beach (<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gometra" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gometra">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> Wikipedia).
House on Gometra
Gometra (Gòmastra) is an island in the Inner Hebrides, west of Mull. It lies immediately west of Ulva, to which it is linked by a bridge, and at low tide also by a beach (LinkExternal link Wikipedia).
Rocky Islet West of Gometra
Rocky Islet West of Gometra
Western Shore of Gometra and Gometra House Gometra (Gòmastra) is an island in the Inner Hebrides, west of Mull. It lies immediately west of Ulva, to which it is linked by a bridge, and at low tide also by a beach (<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gometra" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gometra">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> Wikipedia).
Western Shore of Gometra and Gometra House
Gometra (Gòmastra) is an island in the Inner Hebrides, west of Mull. It lies immediately west of Ulva, to which it is linked by a bridge, and at low tide also by a beach (LinkExternal link Wikipedia).
Shoreline of Gometra The wider part of Am Brù here is a sheltered anchorage. There are several houses here at Bail' a' Chlaidh as well as the spectacular lava flow/basalt crag in the background.
Shoreline of Gometra
The wider part of Am Brù here is a sheltered anchorage. There are several houses here at Bail' a' Chlaidh as well as the spectacular lava flow/basalt crag in the background.
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Lòn Mòr is located at Grid Ref: NM3540 (Lat: 56.48231, Lng: -6.3030511)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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Located within 500m of 56.48231,-6.3030511
Ele: 38
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 56.4858979/-6.3065829
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