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Cleiteichean a' Loch Nighe

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Ross-shire

Scotland

Cleiteichean a' Loch Nighe

Footbridge over the Abhainn Ghascleit This footbridge over the Abhainn Ghascleit is a welcome sight to a weary hiker. The stream is often difficult to ford, and the bridge can be the only safe way across.
Footbridge over the Abhainn Ghascleit Credit: Marc Calhoun

Cleiteichean a' Loch Nighe is a prominent coastal feature located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is a headland or point that juts out into the Loch Nighe, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the expansive loch.

The headland is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, which adds to its natural beauty and charm. It is surrounded by pristine, sandy beaches on either side, providing visitors with the opportunity to relax and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere.

Cleiteichean a' Loch Nighe is known for its rich biodiversity and serves as an important habitat for various plant and animal species. The headland is home to a diverse range of seabirds, including gulls, cormorants, and terns, which can often be seen nesting and feeding along the cliffs.

The area is also popular among outdoor enthusiasts, who come to Cleiteichean a' Loch Nighe to partake in activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography. The headland offers several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the stunning coastal scenery and enjoy the fresh sea breeze.

Historically, Cleiteichean a' Loch Nighe has been a site of interest due to its strategic location. It has served as a lookout point for centuries, providing a vantage point for monitoring marine activity and safeguarding the coast from potential threats.

In conclusion, Cleiteichean a' Loch Nighe is a breathtaking headland located in Ross-shire, Scotland. With its rugged terrain, sandy beaches, diverse wildlife, and historical significance, it is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

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Cleiteichean a' Loch Nighe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.067524/-7.0244356 or Grid Reference NB0319. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footbridge over the Abhainn Ghascleit This footbridge over the Abhainn Ghascleit is a welcome sight to a weary hiker. The stream is often difficult to ford, and the bridge can be the only safe way across.
Footbridge over the Abhainn Ghascleit
This footbridge over the Abhainn Ghascleit is a welcome sight to a weary hiker. The stream is often difficult to ford, and the bridge can be the only safe way across.
Mullach na h-Airde Bige Second HuMP around the northern edge of Loch Resort on an Alan Holmes RIB trip. What a brilliant day. Name: Mullach na h-Airde Bige Hill number: 4947 Height: 182m / 597ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: NB026188 (est) Drop: 128m Col: 54m NB044194
Mullach na h-Airde Bige
Second HuMP around the northern edge of Loch Resort on an Alan Holmes RIB trip. What a brilliant day. Name: Mullach na h-Airde Bige Hill number: 4947 Height: 182m / 597ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: NB026188 (est) Drop: 128m Col: 54m NB044194
Steep Climb From Landing Point For Mullach na h-Airde Bige Our boatman Neil was a little worried by the steep climb up from our landing point. It proved to be no problem for Douglas Law, Alan Holmes, George Morl, Michael Earnshaw, Jim Bloomer, Martin Richardson, Mark Smith, Richard Tibbetts and Colin Crawford who were soon on top of the HuMP, Mullach na h-Airde Bige.
Steep Climb From Landing Point For Mullach na h-Airde Bige
Our boatman Neil was a little worried by the steep climb up from our landing point. It proved to be no problem for Douglas Law, Alan Holmes, George Morl, Michael Earnshaw, Jim Bloomer, Martin Richardson, Mark Smith, Richard Tibbetts and Colin Crawford who were soon on top of the HuMP, Mullach na h-Airde Bige.
Eoranish More Bagged on a RIB trip with 8 others to the HuMPs north of Loch Resort. Looking west towards Mullach na h-Airde Bige. Name: Eoranish More Hill number: 104363 Height: 158m / 518ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: 1 Grid ref: NB032188 (est) Drop: 79m Col: 79m
Eoranish More
Bagged on a RIB trip with 8 others to the HuMPs north of Loch Resort. Looking west towards Mullach na h-Airde Bige. Name: Eoranish More Hill number: 104363 Height: 158m / 518ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: 1 Grid ref: NB032188 (est) Drop: 79m Col: 79m
Aineabhal Summit Cairn Bagged with Jim Bloomer, Colin Crawford and George Morl. on a lovely day for September. Only 4 out of 9 of Alan Holmes RIB trip bagged this P98 today. Name: Aineabhal Hill number: 7098 Height: 166m / 545ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: 1,sHu Grid ref: NB053197 (est) Drop: 98m Col: 68m NB063198
Aineabhal Summit Cairn
Bagged with Jim Bloomer, Colin Crawford and George Morl. on a lovely day for September. Only 4 out of 9 of Alan Holmes RIB trip bagged this P98 today. Name: Aineabhal Hill number: 7098 Height: 166m / 545ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: 1,sHu Grid ref: NB053197 (est) Drop: 98m Col: 68m NB063198
View Across Loch Gruineabhat View across Loch Gruineabhat and beyond to the subHuMP Aineabhal which is the next hill on our bagging list today.
View Across Loch Gruineabhat
View across Loch Gruineabhat and beyond to the subHuMP Aineabhal which is the next hill on our bagging list today.
Crossing Damp Moorland Crossing damp moorland after descending from Eoranish More and heading towards Aineabhal.
Crossing Damp Moorland
Crossing damp moorland after descending from Eoranish More and heading towards Aineabhal.
House and Outbuildings at Tamnabhaigh
House and Outbuildings at Tamnabhaigh
Loch Tamnabhaigh Aird Bheag to left of image and Tamana Sear to right
Loch Tamnabhaigh
Aird Bheag to left of image and Tamana Sear to right
Loch Cheann Chuisil This sheltered loch offers anchorage during stormy weather
Loch Cheann Chuisil
This sheltered loch offers anchorage during stormy weather
The head of Gleann Sgaladail The lower picture shows ruined shielings with a burn running through.
The head of Gleann Sgaladail
The lower picture shows ruined shielings with a burn running through.
Ruined shielings in Gleann Sgaladail
Ruined shielings in Gleann Sgaladail
Gleann Sgaladail burn meets Loch Tamnabhaigh
Gleann Sgaladail burn meets Loch Tamnabhaigh
Moorland above Loch Tamnabhaigh
Moorland above Loch Tamnabhaigh
Bridge over Abhainn Tamnabhaig
Bridge over Abhainn Tamnabhaig
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
Aird Bheag Number 1 Aird Bheag on the shore of Loch Hamnaway
Aird Bheag
Number 1 Aird Bheag on the shore of Loch Hamnaway
Ard Bheag Landing Place This is the point where stores etc are landed for the house at Ard Bheag. A rough and very ancient and fairly steep path leads from the sea up to the house.
Ard Bheag Landing Place
This is the point where stores etc are landed for the house at Ard Bheag. A rough and very ancient and fairly steep path leads from the sea up to the house.
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Cleiteichean a' Loch Nighe is located at Grid Ref: NB0319 (Lat: 58.067524, Lng: -7.0244356)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Tòb na h-Àirde Bige Cleiteichean a' Loch Nighe Àird Sleitinis Loch Caol na h-Eigin Chreige Gearraidh Ghuinnesbridh Loch Nighe

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