Geo na Muirbhuaile

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Geo na Muirbhuaile

St Kilda View from Traigh-stir on North Uist at sunset. — St Kilda Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Geo na Muirbhuaile is a prominent coastal feature located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is a headland that juts out into the North Sea, forming a distinct and striking point along the coastline. The name "Geo na Muirbhuaile" is derived from the Scottish Gaelic language and translates to "Bay of the Seaweed."

This headland is known for its rugged beauty and dramatic cliffs that reach heights of over 100 feet, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding area. The cliffs are composed of various rock types, primarily sandstone and shale, which have been shaped over millions of years by the relentless pounding of the sea.

At the base of Geo na Muirbhuaile, there are numerous rock pools and sandy coves that are teeming with marine life. During low tide, visitors can explore these tidal pools and discover a wide variety of marine plants and animals, including seaweed, crabs, starfish, and small fish.

The headland also serves as an important nesting site for several species of seabirds, including gannets, puffins, and guillemots. These birds can be observed nesting on the cliff ledges and soaring above the sea, adding to the area's natural allure.

Access to Geo na Muirbhuaile is relatively easy, as there is a well-maintained footpath that leads from the nearby village of Inverness. The headland is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers, who are drawn to its stunning vistas and rich biodiversity.

Overall, Geo na Muirbhuaile is a remarkable coastal feature that showcases the beauty and diversity of Scotland's natural landscape. Its rugged cliffs, abundant marine life, and nesting seabirds make it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring Inverness-shire's coastline.

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Geo na Muirbhuaile Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.816075/-8.5543875 or Grid Reference NF1199. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Kilda

View from Traigh-stir on North Uist at sunset.

Sandy Gerrard

Cleit on the side of Mullach MÃ²r

This spot provides a good view into Gleann Mòr towards The Cambir (An Campar).

Julian Paren

Village Bay from the side of Ruabhal, Hirta

The military encampment is noticeable and this image was taken when the North Uist Rocket Range was extensively used by NATO.

Julian Paren

Mina Stac and the cliffs to its south, Hirta

David Dixon

Radar Tracking Station on Mullach Sgar

This radar station, located on Mullach Sgar, is one of two stations on the island which serve the South Uist rocket range. They contain equipment which allows them to track test firings on the range by radar, and to record images of missiles in flight. The second radar station on Hirta is located further north, on the summit of Mullach Mòr.

David Dixon

Hirta, Mina Stac and the cliffs to its south

David Dixon

Former Quarry Site on Hirta

David Dixon

Mina Stac, Hirta

Hirta is surrounded by a number of small stacks. Mina Stac rises spectacularly to a height of approximately 70 metres, separated by only a few feet from the spectacular cliffs (the highest sea cliffs in the UK) which descend from the summit Conachair.

David Dixon

St Kilda, Mina Stac

David Dixon

Radar Tracking Station on Mullach Mor

This radar station is located on the summit of Mullach Mor. It is one of two radar stations on the island which serve the South Uist rocket range. They contain equipment which allows them to track test firings on the range by radar, and to record images of missiles in flight. The second radar station on Hirta is located further south, on Mullach Sgar (NF0998 : Radar Tracking Station on Mullach Sgar).

David Dixon

Abhainn MhÃ²r, Hirta

Flowing past the western end of the old village.

Hugh Venables

Abhainn MhÃ²r

With some of the maintained cleits along the banks.

Hugh Venables

Soay Sheep, Hirta

A very old lineage of sheep, living wild on Hirta and Soay. They are tagged to monitor population fluctuations, which can be quite rapid.

Hugh Venables

Abhainn MhÃ²r, Hirta

Hugh Venables

Former village, Hirta

With Soay Sheep now roaming free on what were the farmed fields.

Hugh Venables

St Kilda - Trig point below Conachair summit

This trig point is located high up on the southern slopes of Conachair. Sadly there was no view on this day with a visibility of around twenty yards and driving fine rain so it wasn't a place to linger.

Colin Park

Radar station and communications mast on Mullach Mor, St Kilda

The summit of Mullach Mor is 361m above sea level. The radar station is manned all year round and used for tracking test missiles from the range on South Uist. The road from the village to the summit was built in 1957 by the military.

Phil Thirkell