Rubha Liath

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Rubha Liath

Isle of Harris Golf Club Looking south-west over the course with Scarista beach beyond.
Isle of Harris Golf Club Credit: Richard Dorrell

Rubha Liath, located in Inverness-shire, Scotland, is a prominent coastal feature known for its stunning headland and point. The name "Rubha Liath" translates to "Grey Headland" in English, which aptly describes the rugged and rocky landscape of the area.

Situated on the northwest coast of Scotland, Rubha Liath offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the vast expanse of the North Atlantic Ocean. The headland is characterized by its steep cliffs, which rise dramatically from the sea, creating an impressive sight for visitors.

The point of Rubha Liath juts out into the ocean, forming a natural boundary between the land and the water. This geographical feature is often a focal point for nature enthusiasts, as it provides an opportunity to observe a diverse range of marine life and bird species. Seals can often be spotted basking on the rocks, while seabirds such as gannets and puffins can be seen nesting in the cliffs.

The coastal path along Rubha Liath is a popular route for hikers and walkers, offering a chance to explore the area's natural beauty up close. The path winds its way along the cliffs, offering stunning viewpoints and access to hidden coves and beaches.

Rubha Liath is not only a scenic spot but also holds historical significance. The area is dotted with remains of ancient settlements and structures, providing insights into the region's past.

Overall, Rubha Liath in Inverness-shire is a captivating coastal feature, known for its striking headland, diverse wildlife, and historical significance. It is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking to immerse themselves in Scotland's rich natural and cultural heritage.

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Rubha Liath Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.833758/-7.0388521 or Grid Reference NG0193. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Isle of Harris Golf Club Looking south-west over the course with Scarista beach beyond.
Isle of Harris Golf Club
Looking south-west over the course with Scarista beach beyond.
Groundworks for a New House at Scarasta
Groundworks for a New House at Scarasta
Borvemore in 1981
Borvemore in 1981
Traigh Scarasta Footprints in the sand
Traigh Scarasta
Footprints in the sand
Scarista: dunes and a view to Taransay The island of Taransay and Harris hills behind it form the backdrop to this view across the dunes at Traigh Sgarasta (Scarista beach).
Scarista: dunes and a view to Taransay
The island of Taransay and Harris hills behind it form the backdrop to this view across the dunes at Traigh Sgarasta (Scarista beach).
Scarista: view across the dunes back to the road Looking across the dunes inland towards the A859.
Scarista: view across the dunes back to the road
Looking across the dunes inland towards the A859.
Scarista: dunes to Ceapabhal A view of the 368m summit of Ceapabhal from across the dunes of Scarista beach.
Scarista: dunes to Ceapabhal
A view of the 368m summit of Ceapabhal from across the dunes of Scarista beach.
Calves by the Dunes, by Traigh Scarasta
Calves by the Dunes, by Traigh Scarasta
Scarasta Beach
Scarasta Beach
Crystal Clear Sea at Scarista Beach
Crystal Clear Sea at Scarista Beach
Tràigh Scarasta looking South West Looking over Tràigh Scarasta to Ceapabhal, with dramatic sky
Tràigh Scarasta looking South West
Looking over Tràigh Scarasta to Ceapabhal, with dramatic sky
Tràigh Scarasta The isthmus on the Isle of Taransay <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NB0000">NB0000</a> can be clearly seen.
Tràigh Scarasta
The isthmus on the Isle of Taransay NB0000 can be clearly seen.
Dunes at Tràigh Scarasta A narrow belt of dunes separates the beach from the flats behind, with the machair further inland again. Maodal <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NF9990">NF9990</a> can be seen with cloud cover beyond.
Dunes at Tràigh Scarasta
A narrow belt of dunes separates the beach from the flats behind, with the machair further inland again. Maodal NF9990 can be seen with cloud cover beyond.
Tràigh Scarasta Looking east towards the township of Sgarasta.
Tràigh Scarasta
Looking east towards the township of Sgarasta.
An amazing beach - Traigh Scarasta With skies so huge and beach so perfect, who would have thought that you were in the UK? It completely took my breath away.
An amazing beach - Traigh Scarasta
With skies so huge and beach so perfect, who would have thought that you were in the UK? It completely took my breath away.
Sand dunes, Traigh Scarasta These white sands,coupled with the ever changing skies are like something out of a movie. I could watch it all day - and I did.
Sand dunes, Traigh Scarasta
These white sands,coupled with the ever changing skies are like something out of a movie. I could watch it all day - and I did.
Images in the sand As the tide goes out, there were these patterns left behind, which to me looked like feathers.
Images in the sand
As the tide goes out, there were these patterns left behind, which to me looked like feathers.
There's nothing idle about a Lazy bed A Lazy bed is a method of cultivation used in the Western Isles and the west of Ireland. It consists of parallel banks of ridge and furrow dug by spade up to 3 yards in width. Consisting largely of peat they are fertilized with desalinated seaweed and the foliage of the upturned turfs. Potatoes were the principal crop grown in the lazy bed. In the Hebrides these are known as "feannagan" in Scottish Gaelic.
There's nothing idle about a Lazy bed
A Lazy bed is a method of cultivation used in the Western Isles and the west of Ireland. It consists of parallel banks of ridge and furrow dug by spade up to 3 yards in width. Consisting largely of peat they are fertilized with desalinated seaweed and the foliage of the upturned turfs. Potatoes were the principal crop grown in the lazy bed. In the Hebrides these are known as "feannagan" in Scottish Gaelic.
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Rubha Liath is located at Grid Ref: NG0193 (Lat: 57.833758, Lng: -7.0388521)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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