Càrn Buidhe na Creig Iasgaich

Coastal Marsh, Saltings in Ross-shire

Scotland

Càrn Buidhe na Creig Iasgaich

Loch Brunabhal and Loch na Gillean
Loch Brunabhal and Loch na Gillean Credit: Alan Reid

Càrn Buidhe na Creig Iasgaich, located in Ross-shire, Scotland, is a coastal marshland known for its unique ecosystem and stunning natural beauty. Covering an area of approximately 10 square kilometers, it is situated along the western coast, near the village of Saltings.

The marshland is characterized by its diverse landscape, which includes sandy beaches, salt marshes, dunes, and a variety of plant and animal species. The area is home to several rare and protected species, such as the natterjack toad, which finds refuge in the marshes' shallow pools and ditches.

The coastal marsh also provides an important habitat for a wide range of bird species. Birdwatchers can spot various species, including the Eurasian curlew, redshank, and oystercatcher, which nest and forage in the area. The marshland's mudflats are a vital feeding ground for migratory birds during the winter months.

Visitors to Càrn Buidhe na Creig Iasgaich can explore the area through a network of walking trails and boardwalks. These paths provide access to the different habitats within the marshland, allowing visitors to observe the various plants and animals in their natural environment.

The site is managed by a local conservation organization, which works to protect and preserve the delicate ecosystem of the coastal marsh. Educational programs and guided tours are available to visitors, providing an opportunity to learn about the importance of wetland conservation and the unique biodiversity of the area.

Overall, Càrn Buidhe na Creig Iasgaich is a captivating destination for nature enthusiasts, offering a chance to experience the beauty and tranquility of a coastal marshland ecosystem.

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Càrn Buidhe na Creig Iasgaich Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.045186/-6.9899539 or Grid Reference NB0517. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loch Brunabhal and Loch na Gillean
Loch Brunabhal and Loch na Gillean
Old Shielings at Dirascal Abandoned shielings at Dirascal between Cravadale and Loch Reasort (water in background).
Old Shielings at Dirascal
Abandoned shielings at Dirascal between Cravadale and Loch Reasort (water in background).
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.
The derelict houses at Dirascal This would have been a very harsh environment to make a living.
The derelict houses at Dirascal
This would have been a very harsh environment to make a living.
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.
Southwest slopes of Corcasmol Rocky outcrops and wet peat on the slopes of Corcasmol. (The photograph also shows some of the adjacent square <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NB0518">NB0518</a> - the loch in the western corner is the southern corner of Loch Bodabhat where the Abhainn Sgianuillt flows out)
Southwest slopes of Corcasmol
Rocky outcrops and wet peat on the slopes of Corcasmol. (The photograph also shows some of the adjacent square NB0518 - the loch in the western corner is the southern corner of Loch Bodabhat where the Abhainn Sgianuillt flows out)
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.
Mullach an Ron View towards Scarp from Mullach an Ron.
Mullach an Ron
View towards Scarp from Mullach an Ron.
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.
Loch Bodabhat
Loch Bodabhat
Shielings above Loch Resort A view of the shielings shown on the map at this location
Shielings above Loch Resort
A view of the shielings shown on the map at this location
Beehive cairn at NB 06572 17806 This cairn is similar but smaller to the ones on the Airigh a' Chlair Mhoir  <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NB120160">NB120160</a>, and is likely to be associated with the nearby shielings. Might they be smokehouses or drying houses for fish meat or grain?
Beehive cairn at NB 06572 17806
This cairn is similar but smaller to the ones on the Airigh a' Chlair Mhoir NB120160, and is likely to be associated with the nearby shielings. Might they be smokehouses or drying houses for fish meat or grain?
Dirascal on shore of Loch Reasort How isolated can you get!
Dirascal on shore of Loch Reasort
How isolated can you get!
Show me another place!

Càrn Buidhe na Creig Iasgaich is located at Grid Ref: NB0517 (Lat: 58.045186, Lng: -6.9899539)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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