Morbhach a' Choire

Coastal Marsh, Saltings in Ross-shire

Scotland

Morbhach a' Choire

End of the footpath from Tom na Gruagaich Credit: David Brown

Morabhach a' Choire is a coastal marsh located in Ross-shire, Scotland. This diverse and ecologically important area is known for its rich salt marshes and saltings, which provide a unique habitat for a variety of plant and animal species.

The marsh is characterized by its flat, low-lying landscape, which is regularly inundated by the tides. This tidal influence creates a dynamic environment that supports a wide range of vegetation, including salt-tolerant plants like glasswort and sea lavender. These plants, in turn, provide food and shelter for a variety of bird species, such as wading birds, ducks, and geese.

Morabhach a' Choire is also an important breeding ground for many species of fish and invertebrates, which play a crucial role in the local ecosystem. The marsh's proximity to the sea also makes it a vital feeding and resting area for migratory birds, making it an essential stopover point for many species during their long journeys.

Overall, Morabhach a' Choire is a valuable and diverse coastal habitat that supports a wide range of plant and animal life, making it an important area for conservation and preservation efforts.

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Morbhach a' Choire Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.552385/-5.561636 or Grid Reference NG8756. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

End of the footpath from Tom na Gruagaich

David Brown

The path heads up towards Coire nan Laogh

David Brown

Path up to Beinn Alligin

Steven Brown

Typical Torridon Scenery

Stunning scenery in Torridon looking to Sgurr Mor of Beinn Alligin and a waterfall on the Allt Toll a' Mhadaidh. Beinn Dearg can just be seen at the right of picture. A lovely day to be out in some of Scotland's finest scenery.

Adam Ward

Upper Loch Torridon

Looking east from Port an Aird Mhòir, across Ob Gorm Mòr to Eilean Cnapach. Liathach is in the background.

Ian Taylor

Cottage at Port an Aird MhÃ²ir

Ian Taylor

LÃ¹b Dubh-Ãird

Bay on the east side of Dubh-aird peninsula. Beinn Alligin forms the background.

Ian Taylor

Horse grazing in a paddock

A paddock, where a horse is grazing nonchalantly, shielded from Loch Torridon's elements by a swathe of gorse and bracken. In the far distance, the hills encircling Loch Damh painting a rugged yet ominous beauty.

Mick Garratt

Rails to SgÃ¹rr na Bana-Mhoraire

From the MHWS mark, old rusty rails stretch across the pebbled shore, reaching out from the boathouse, their journey leading to Loch Torridon where the tide is at half-tide, a line marked, I estimate, by the ethereal northing. On the distant horizon, across the tranquil waters of Loch Torridon, stands Sgùrr na Bana-Mhoraire, the "peak of the lady," its name echoing the tale of a forlorn lady who was ordered to endure the summit's harsh embrace, surviving solely on seafood brought to her, a tragic consequence of her lord's merciless judgment for some transgression. Source: Drummond, Peter. "Scottish Hill Names." Page 196. Scottish Mountaineering Trust. 1992.

Mick Garratt

Half-tide at Loch Torridon

On the pebble shore of Loch Torridon, Bladderwrack asserts its dominance as the tide gently recedes. In the distance horizon, across the tranquil waters, stands Sgùrr na Bana-Mhoraire, the "peak of the lady," its name echoing the tale of a forlorn lady who was ordered to endure the summit's harsh embrace, surviving solely on seafood brought to her, a tragic consequence of her lord's merciless judgment for some transgression. Source: Drummond, Peter. "Scottish Hill Names." Page 196. Scottish Mountaineering Trust. 1992.

Mick Garratt

Allt Ghoibhle

Allt Ghoibhle, a humble stream, tumbles down to Loch Torridon. Its waters dancing over rugged rocks, embraced by bracken with the occasional sprig of purple Bell heather. Higher up the brae of Liathach, Silver birch and Rowan trees become few and far between, and the hillside grows wilder and rockier.

Mick Garratt

Half-tide at Loch Torridon; a view to Beinn na h-Eaglaise

On the pebble shore of Loch Torridon, Bladderwrack asserts its dominance as the tide gently recedes. In the distance horizon, across the tranquil waters, stands Beinn na h-Eaglaise, "the hill of the church," perhaps a reminder of the importance that the Christian religion played in the clansmen's lives. Source: Drummond, Peter. "Scottish Hill Names." Page 194. Scottish Mountaineering Trust. 1992.

Mick Garratt

Waterfall on the Abhainn Coire Mhic NÃ²buil

A well-known waterfall in this popular area, seen here in a comparatively tame state after a period of good weather. For a view of it in wetter conditions see NG8657 : The Abhainn Coire Mhic Nobuil taken 20 years before.

Nigel Brown

Footpath heading up Coire Mhic NÃ²buil

The lower part of the path including this part is within a large area fenced off to allow natural regeneration of woodland and other plants. At this point the path has been carefully reconstructed with stone. Beinn Dearg is visible in the background.

Nigel Brown

Footpath heading up Coire Mhic NÃ²buil

The path has just left the fenced off area around the lower coire, and the carefully constructed stone surface has given way to loose rubble. This makes the surface significantly less pleasant than the relatively smooth dirt surface that was here the last time I was this way. Beinn Dearg is the mountain ahead.

Nigel Brown

Moorland around the Abhainn Coire Mhic NÃ²buil

With Sgùrr Mòr, the highest summit of Beinn Alligin, seen left of centre, and Na Rathanan, the Horns of Alligin, to its right.

Nigel Brown

Moorland around the Abhainn Coire Mhic NÃ²buil

With Tom na Gruagaich, the second summit of Beinn Alligin, in the background. The deer fence encloses a large area, and is to allow natural regeneration of the vegetation.

Nigel Brown