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Creag an Locha

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Ross-shire

Scotland

Creag an Locha

The summit of Eilean Meadhonach, Crowlin Islands Looking to Eilean Beag just offshore, and parts of Raasay and Rona in the distance.
The summit of Eilean Meadhonach, Crowlin Islands Credit: Michael Earnshaw

Creag an Locha is a prominent headland located in Ross-shire, Scotland. This coastal feature juts out into the North Sea, providing stunning views of the rugged coastline and surrounding waters. The name "Creag an Locha" translates to "rock of the loch" in Gaelic, referencing the rocky terrain and nearby bodies of water.

The headland is characterized by steep cliffs and rocky outcrops, making it a popular spot for hiking and birdwatching. Visitors can explore the rugged landscape and observe a variety of seabirds nesting along the cliffs, including puffins, guillemots, and gannets.

Creag an Locha is also known for its picturesque views of the surrounding area, with panoramic vistas of the North Sea and nearby coastal villages. The headland is a peaceful and secluded spot, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a quiet picnic by the sea.

Overall, Creag an Locha is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts looking to experience the beauty of Scotland's coastal landscape.

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Creag an Locha Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.345041/-5.8389649 or Grid Reference NG6934. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The summit of Eilean Meadhonach, Crowlin Islands Looking to Eilean Beag just offshore, and parts of Raasay and Rona in the distance.
The summit of Eilean Meadhonach, Crowlin Islands
Looking to Eilean Beag just offshore, and parts of Raasay and Rona in the distance.
Looking towards Skye Another view from the viewpoint at the top of the Bealach Na Ba, this time over the small islands towards Skye.
Looking towards Skye
Another view from the viewpoint at the top of the Bealach Na Ba, this time over the small islands towards Skye.
Meall a' Chois, Eilean Mòr Third island of the day on a RIB from Portree on day after Marhofn 2011 annual meeting in Portree organised by Alan Holmes. Name: Meall a' Chois Hill number: 4690 Height: 114m / 374ft Area: 13B: Applecross to Achnasheen Class: Hu Grid ref: NG 69907 34035 Summit feature: trig point Drop: 114m Col: Sea
Meall a' Chois, Eilean Mòr
Third island of the day on a RIB from Portree on day after Marhofn 2011 annual meeting in Portree organised by Alan Holmes. Name: Meall a' Chois Hill number: 4690 Height: 114m / 374ft Area: 13B: Applecross to Achnasheen Class: Hu Grid ref: NG 69907 34035 Summit feature: trig point Drop: 114m Col: Sea
Eilean Mòr, Crowlin Islands Third island of the day on a RIB from Portree on day after Marhofn 2011 annual meeting in Portree organised by Alan Holmes.
Eilean Mòr, Crowlin Islands
Third island of the day on a RIB from Portree on day after Marhofn 2011 annual meeting in Portree organised by Alan Holmes.
Eilean Mor, Crowlin Islands The west coast of the largest of the Crowlin islands from the channel between Eilean Mor and Eilean Beag. The islands are uninhabited but grazed by sheep.
Eilean Mor, Crowlin Islands
The west coast of the largest of the Crowlin islands from the channel between Eilean Mor and Eilean Beag. The islands are uninhabited but grazed by sheep.
Shore, North of Eilean Beag Shore on the north side of the smallest crowlin isle, lots of birds (puffins, cormorants, shags)
Shore, North of Eilean Beag
Shore on the north side of the smallest crowlin isle, lots of birds (puffins, cormorants, shags)
Small Loch on Eilean Mor This is the small loch on the largest of the Crowlin islands, band of water lilies and reeds along one side. Wall over where the river exits the loch. Possibly suitable for fishing.
Small Loch on Eilean Mor
This is the small loch on the largest of the Crowlin islands, band of water lilies and reeds along one side. Wall over where the river exits the loch. Possibly suitable for fishing.
Ruined houses Ruined houses on largest island of the crowlin islands, chimney stack is still standing, about 5 other houses nearby, the house with the chimney is the largest. Bracken hides most houses in summer.
Ruined houses
Ruined houses on largest island of the crowlin islands, chimney stack is still standing, about 5 other houses nearby, the house with the chimney is the largest. Bracken hides most houses in summer.
Lighthouse Across Eilean Beag This is the lighthouse on Eilean Beag, across the recently burnt heather slopes, many birds, cormorants and shags and seagulls
Lighthouse Across Eilean Beag
This is the lighthouse on Eilean Beag, across the recently burnt heather slopes, many birds, cormorants and shags and seagulls
Small cave There are a few small caves on this side of the island, just around from this one is a sheep-fank built into a cave. These caves are small, dry and safe.
Small cave
There are a few small caves on this side of the island, just around from this one is a sheep-fank built into a cave. These caves are small, dry and safe.
Rock Pool Everything in this square is covered at high tide. In the background is the distinctive Dun Caan on Raasay.
Rock Pool
Everything in this square is covered at high tide. In the background is the distinctive Dun Caan on Raasay.
Crowlin Harbour This fine natural harbour is well sheltered from the prevailing westerly winds. Those dark specks are not dirt in the camera - a couple of dozen seals came to see what I was doing there!
Crowlin Harbour
This fine natural harbour is well sheltered from the prevailing westerly winds. Those dark specks are not dirt in the camera - a couple of dozen seals came to see what I was doing there!
Low-tide connection between Eilean Meadhonach and Eilean Mor This little beach forms the head of Crowlin Harbour at low tide, and is submerged at high tide.
Low-tide connection between Eilean Meadhonach and Eilean Mor
This little beach forms the head of Crowlin Harbour at low tide, and is submerged at high tide.
The southern end of Eilean Mor Very rocky coastline here. And you can see my trusty transport, left.
The southern end of Eilean Mor
Very rocky coastline here. And you can see my trusty transport, left.
Crowlin Isles from above Culduie From this vantage point, it's possible to see what is less apparent on the islands themselves - that the islands share the bedrock with the mainland, the sandstone strata dipping consistently with those near Toscaig in the foreground. The Caolas Mor is simply a glaciated valley that happens to be below sea level and thus divides the islands from the mainland. In the background is Skye (geologically distinct from this area) and a handful of other islands of the Inner Sound.
Crowlin Isles from above Culduie
From this vantage point, it's possible to see what is less apparent on the islands themselves - that the islands share the bedrock with the mainland, the sandstone strata dipping consistently with those near Toscaig in the foreground. The Caolas Mor is simply a glaciated valley that happens to be below sea level and thus divides the islands from the mainland. In the background is Skye (geologically distinct from this area) and a handful of other islands of the Inner Sound.
Sandstone crags, Eilean Mòr Torridonian sandstone sea cliffs, passed on an ascent of Meall a' Chòis.
Sandstone crags, Eilean Mòr
Torridonian sandstone sea cliffs, passed on an ascent of Meall a' Chòis.
Sgeir Bheithe Rocky coastline at the southern end of Eilean Mor.
Sgeir Bheithe
Rocky coastline at the southern end of Eilean Mor.
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Creag an Locha is located at Grid Ref: NG6934 (Lat: 57.345041, Lng: -5.8389649)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Nearby Locations

Crowlin Islands Meall a' Chòis Creag an Locha Eilean Mòr Camas na h-Annait Loch nan Leac

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