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Cleit Lamadale

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Ross-shire

Scotland

Cleit Lamadale

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

Cleit Lamadale is a prominent coastal feature located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is a headland that juts out into the sea, forming a distinct point along the coastline. With its breathtaking views and rugged landscape, it has become a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers.

The headland is characterized by its steep cliffs, which rise dramatically from the crashing waves below. These cliffs are composed of weathered sandstone and are home to a variety of seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and gulls. The surrounding waters are also teeming with marine life, making it a prime spot for fishing and wildlife watching.

Cleit Lamadale is known for its diverse flora and fauna. The headland is covered in a patchwork of heather, grasses, and wildflowers, providing a vibrant splash of color against the rugged coastal backdrop. The area is also home to several rare plant species, adding to its ecological significance.

Visitors to Cleit Lamadale can enjoy a range of outdoor activities. Hiking trails meander along the cliff tops, offering stunning panoramic views of the sea and surrounding countryside. The headland is also a popular spot for rock climbing, with its challenging cliffs attracting climbers from near and far.

In addition to its natural beauty, Cleit Lamadale has a rich history. Ruins of ancient settlements and defensive structures can be found scattered along the headland, providing a glimpse into the area's past. Overall, Cleit Lamadale is a captivating coastal feature that offers a unique blend of natural wonder and cultural heritage.

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Cleit Lamadale Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.041897/-7.0067654 or Grid Reference NB0416. 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.
Loch Uiseadair Remote lochs in the wilds of north Harris.
Loch Uiseadair
Remote lochs in the wilds of north Harris.
Looking North Over Gleann Bhearraraigh View North over Gleann Bhearraraigh to the Uig hills beyond.
Looking North Over Gleann Bhearraraigh
View North over Gleann Bhearraraigh to the Uig hills beyond.
Creag an Fhithich The coastline of Loch Resort becomes less rugged on its northern side as you venture further up the loch, and beyond this point evidence appears sporadically of shielings, lazybeds and once used buildings.
Creag an Fhithich
The coastline of Loch Resort becomes less rugged on its northern side as you venture further up the loch, and beyond this point evidence appears sporadically of shielings, lazybeds and once used buildings.
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
Abhainn Bhearraraigh Meanders in the middle stretch of a river on Harris that flows north into Loch Reasort.
Abhainn Bhearraraigh
Meanders in the middle stretch of a river on Harris that flows north into Loch Reasort.
Abhainn Bhearraraigh View upstream into Gleann Bhearraraigh.
Abhainn Bhearraraigh
View upstream into Gleann Bhearraraigh.
Loch na Gillean Western corner of Loch na Gillean on Harris.
Loch na Gillean
Western corner of Loch na Gillean on Harris.
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.
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.
Taran Mor from Seaward A very prominent feature at the entrance to Loch Resort
Taran Mor from Seaward
A very prominent feature at the entrance to Loch Resort
Makeshift jetty on south side of Loch Reasort One of the few places where we could land without using the inflatable.
Makeshift jetty on south side of Loch Reasort
One of the few places where we could land without using the inflatable.
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Cleit Lamadale is located at Grid Ref: NB0416 (Lat: 58.041897, Lng: -7.0067654)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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