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Creag Lionta

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Ross-shire

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Creag Lionta

Across Braigh Mor to Loch Reasort entrance guarded by Taran Mor Across Braigh Mor to Loch Reasort entrance guarded by Taran Mor
Across Braigh Mor to Loch Reasort entrance guarded by Taran Mor Credit: Simon Bonney

Creag Lionta is a prominent coastal feature located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is a stunning headland that stretches out into the North Sea, forming a dramatic point on the coastline. The name "Creag Lionta" translates to "Lion's Rock" in English, which aptly describes the rugged and majestic appearance of this natural landmark.

The headland is characterized by steep cliffs that rise sharply from the sea, reaching impressive heights. These cliffs are composed of a mix of ancient rocks, including sandstone and granite, creating a visually striking geological formation. The jagged edges and unique shapes of the rocks add to the allure of Creag Lionta, attracting photographers, nature enthusiasts, and hikers alike.

The headland offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the vast expanse of the North Sea. On clear days, visitors can see as far as the horizon, taking in the beauty of the Scottish coastline. The crashing waves against the cliffs and the seabirds soaring overhead add to the enchanting atmosphere of this coastal feature.

Creag Lionta is also known for its rich biodiversity. The surrounding waters are home to a variety of marine life, including seals, dolphins, and an array of fish species. Birdwatchers can spot numerous seabirds nesting on the cliffs, such as puffins, gannets, and shags.

Visitors to Creag Lionta can explore the headland by following well-marked walking trails that lead to viewpoints, providing excellent vantage points for photography and sightseeing. It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat in nature, offering an unforgettable experience of Scotland's coastal beauty.

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Creag Lionta Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.03775/-7.0270327 or Grid Reference NB0316. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Across Braigh Mor to Loch Reasort entrance guarded by Taran Mor Across Braigh Mor to Loch Reasort entrance guarded by Taran Mor
Across Braigh Mor to Loch Reasort entrance guarded by Taran Mor
Across Braigh Mor to Loch Reasort entrance guarded by Taran Mor
Erratic Boulder above Loch nan Uidhean An erratic boulder between Loch nan Uidhean and Loch na Creage Lionta in the Aird Mhor.
Erratic Boulder above Loch nan Uidhean
An erratic boulder between Loch nan Uidhean and Loch na Creage Lionta in the Aird Mhor.
Across Gleann Dubh from An Sith On the LAMM 2018, descending to the coast through the gap on the horizon
Across Gleann Dubh from An Sith
On the LAMM 2018, descending to the coast through the gap on the horizon
Unnamed Lochan From Lag Mor The peak in the right middle distance is Tarran Mor, with Loch nan Uidheam immediately behind the subject.
Unnamed Lochan From Lag Mor
The peak in the right middle distance is Tarran Mor, with Loch nan Uidheam immediately behind the subject.
Taran Mòr Taran Mòr, 303 metres, with its rarely visited remote trig point. This hill is a subMarilyn and HuMP with a prominence of 146 metres. This was the chosen location for Martin Richardson's 2000th HuMP with Alan Holmes, George Morl, Iain Brown, Jim Bloomer, Michael Earnshaw and Douglas Law on a mixed weather day but what a wonderful summit to be on. A total HuMP count for the seven walkers was 14,145 HuMPs ie an average of over 2,000. Leosaval, Ceartaval, Sgianait and finally Taran Mòr, just under 22 KM and 1588 metres of ascent for 3 subMarilyns and a subHuMP
Taran Mòr
Taran Mòr, 303 metres, with its rarely visited remote trig point. This hill is a subMarilyn and HuMP with a prominence of 146 metres. This was the chosen location for Martin Richardson's 2000th HuMP with Alan Holmes, George Morl, Iain Brown, Jim Bloomer, Michael Earnshaw and Douglas Law on a mixed weather day but what a wonderful summit to be on. A total HuMP count for the seven walkers was 14,145 HuMPs ie an average of over 2,000. Leosaval, Ceartaval, Sgianait and finally Taran Mòr, just under 22 KM and 1588 metres of ascent for 3 subMarilyns and a subHuMP
Sneathabhal Mor Third HuMP around the north of Loch Resort via an Alan Holmes RIB trip. Just a brilliant trip. Name: Sneathabhal Mor Hill number: 4949 Height: 175m / 574ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: NB043177 (est) Drop: 114m Col: 61m NB054178
Sneathabhal Mor
Third HuMP around the north of Loch Resort via an Alan Holmes RIB trip. Just a brilliant trip. Name: Sneathabhal Mor Hill number: 4949 Height: 175m / 574ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: NB043177 (est) Drop: 114m Col: 61m NB054178
Meall nan Sidhean [Meall nan Sithean] Last of four HuMPs around the north of Loch Resort on an Alan Holmes RIB trip. What a brilliant day. The summit is one of 3 tops in a line with the middle rocky top being lower than the tops on either side. Name: Meall nan Sidhean [Meall nan Sithean] Hill number: 4948 Height: 177m / 581ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: NB024175 (est) Drop: 122m Col: 55m NB039176
Meall nan Sidhean [Meall nan Sithean]
Last of four HuMPs around the north of Loch Resort on an Alan Holmes RIB trip. What a brilliant day. The summit is one of 3 tops in a line with the middle rocky top being lower than the tops on either side. Name: Meall nan Sidhean [Meall nan Sithean] Hill number: 4948 Height: 177m / 581ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: NB024175 (est) Drop: 122m Col: 55m NB039176
View Across To Coirnis View across to Coirnis, 77 metres and a P30 hill. This is close to the spot that the RIB tender boat collected us after climbing Meall nan Sidhean.
View Across To Coirnis
View across to Coirnis, 77 metres and a P30 hill. This is close to the spot that the RIB tender boat collected us after climbing Meall nan Sidhean.
Heading For Taran Mòr Heading For Taran Mòr with a view towards Lochan na Sgàil.
Heading For Taran Mòr
Heading For Taran Mòr with a view towards Lochan na Sgàil.
South coast of Loch Reasort from Grobadh na h-Uinneag Looking east along south side of Loch Reasort. Sheep/deer track leads up around the south of the buttress in centre of photo to upper stretch of Allt na Sgail burn.
South coast of Loch Reasort from Grobadh na h-Uinneag
Looking east along south side of Loch Reasort. Sheep/deer track leads up around the south of the buttress in centre of photo to upper stretch of Allt na Sgail burn.
Across the lower valley of the Abhainn Bhearraraigh This rocky valley contains the Abhainn Bhearraraigh that flows north into Loch Reasort between the photographer and the crags in the middle ground.
Across the lower valley of the Abhainn Bhearraraigh
This rocky valley contains the Abhainn Bhearraraigh that flows north into Loch Reasort between the photographer and the crags in the middle ground.
Loch Reasort from north shore Looking down Loch Reasort from the north shore after a 13 mile cycle/walk from Uig
Loch Reasort from north shore
Looking down Loch Reasort from the north shore after a 13 mile cycle/walk from Uig
Boulder on North Shore of Loch Reasort Reached this point after a 13 mile cycle/walk from Uig. While sitting here the bay was circled by a golden eagle.
Boulder on North Shore of Loch Reasort
Reached this point after a 13 mile cycle/walk from Uig. While sitting here the bay was circled by a golden eagle.
A deep cleft
A deep cleft
Entering Loch Reasort into the teeth of a Gale. Mouth of Loch Reasort, view Eastwards.
Entering Loch Reasort into the teeth of a Gale.
Mouth of Loch Reasort, view Eastwards.
South side of Loch Resort Very rough terrain. We had hoped to walk to Taran Mor, the symmetrical hill in the distance, but gave up at Taran Beag. We had started from Kinlochresort.
South side of Loch Resort
Very rough terrain. We had hoped to walk to Taran Mor, the symmetrical hill in the distance, but gave up at Taran Beag. We had started from Kinlochresort.
Mol Tealasbhaigh Even in this remote inlet on the Atlantic Western Seaboard of Harris there is much evidence of plastic litter
Mol Tealasbhaigh
Even in this remote inlet on the Atlantic Western Seaboard of Harris there is much evidence of plastic litter
Taran Mòr Taken from a boat at the mouth of Loch Reasort, this rock overlooks the natural harbour. To the left a thin green vertical line can be seen where a small stream trickles off the island into the sea.
Taran Mòr
Taken from a boat at the mouth of Loch Reasort, this rock overlooks the natural harbour. To the left a thin green vertical line can be seen where a small stream trickles off the island into the sea.
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Creag Lionta is located at Grid Ref: NB0316 (Lat: 58.03775, Lng: -7.0270327)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///signified.dean.haggis. Near Tarbert, Na h-Eileanan Siar

Nearby Locations

Beinn a' Charnain Bodha a' Bhasa Mhoil Creag Lionta Basa Mol Sgeir a' Bhasa Moil Loch nan Uidhean

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