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An Laogh

Island in Inverness-shire

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An Laogh

Some of the southern Outer Hebrides From Sandray [lower left] through Vatersay, Barra and Fuday to South Uist [upper right]
Some of the southern Outer Hebrides Credit: M J Richardson

An Laogh is a small island located in Loch Eil, in the county of Inverness-shire, Scotland. The island is approximately 1.5 miles long and 0.5 miles wide, with a total area of around 200 acres.

An Laogh is known for its rugged and rocky terrain, with steep cliffs and rocky beaches surrounding the island. The island is largely uninhabited, with only a few scattered cottages and farm buildings present.

Despite its remote location, An Laogh is a popular destination for tourists and outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore the natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands. The island offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and lochs, making it a picturesque spot for hiking, birdwatching, and wildlife spotting.

Access to An Laogh is limited, with boat or kayak being the primary means of reaching the island. Visitors can also take a ferry from nearby towns such as Fort William or Oban to reach the island.

Overall, An Laogh is a peaceful and secluded destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the stunning natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

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An Laogh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.922542/-7.4394536 or Grid Reference NL6994. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Some of the southern Outer Hebrides From Sandray [lower left] through Vatersay, Barra and Fuday to South Uist [upper right]
Some of the southern Outer Hebrides
From Sandray [lower left] through Vatersay, Barra and Fuday to South Uist [upper right]
Navigation buoy off Rubha Chàrnain
Navigation buoy off Rubha Chàrnain
Muldoanich from the MV Isle of Lewis heading towards Castlebay The island Muldoanich as seen from the MV Isle of Lewis heading from Oban towards Castlebay
Muldoanich from the MV Isle of Lewis heading towards Castlebay
The island Muldoanich as seen from the MV Isle of Lewis heading from Oban towards Castlebay
Maol Domhnaich
Maol Domhnaich
Muldoanich This island just off Barra is covered in a luxuriant layer of deep moss.
Muldoanich
This island just off Barra is covered in a luxuriant layer of deep moss.
About to land on Muldoanich The summit of Muldoanich (which does not have a specific name) is 153m above Mean Sea Level. It thus has the distinction of being the lowest Marilyn in the British Isles.
About to land on Muldoanich
The summit of Muldoanich (which does not have a specific name) is 153m above Mean Sea Level. It thus has the distinction of being the lowest Marilyn in the British Isles.
Climbing Muldoanich Steep in places, but almost entirely grassy.
Climbing Muldoanich
Steep in places, but almost entirely grassy.
Muldoanich summit Looking west towards Vatersay. The islets closer to hand are known as Sgeirean Fiaclach.
Muldoanich summit
Looking west towards Vatersay. The islets closer to hand are known as Sgeirean Fiaclach.
Sgeir a Scape buoy and beacon The beacon marks a drying skerry.
Sgeir a Scape buoy and beacon
The beacon marks a drying skerry.
In the tunnel An amazing 300 metre tunnel under the island which you can sea kayak right through east to west. An amazing experience.
In the tunnel
An amazing 300 metre tunnel under the island which you can sea kayak right through east to west. An amazing experience.
A friendly seal A very friendly seal came to visit our sea kayaks.
A friendly seal
A very friendly seal came to visit our sea kayaks.
Atlantic seal
Atlantic seal
Maol Dòmhnaich Fifth new island Marilyn of a calm damp day on the Boy James boat. Name: Maol Dòmhnaich [Muldoanich] Hill number: 1635 Height: 154m / 505ft Area: 24D: Barra to Barra Head Class: Ma,1 Grid ref: NL 68901 94007 Summit feature: rock 1m S of trig point Drop: 154m Col: Sea
Maol Dòmhnaich
Fifth new island Marilyn of a calm damp day on the Boy James boat. Name: Maol Dòmhnaich [Muldoanich] Hill number: 1635 Height: 154m / 505ft Area: 24D: Barra to Barra Head Class: Ma,1 Grid ref: NL 68901 94007 Summit feature: rock 1m S of trig point Drop: 154m Col: Sea
Our Landing Point For Maol Dòmhnaich We landed on a rocky shelve on Maol Dòmhnaich. Then it was a rather steep walked to the trig point near the summit.
Our Landing Point For Maol Dòmhnaich
We landed on a rocky shelve on Maol Dòmhnaich. Then it was a rather steep walked to the trig point near the summit.
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An Laogh is located at Grid Ref: NL6994 (Lat: 56.922542, Lng: -7.4394536)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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