Eilean Àrd

Island in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Eilean Àrd

Croft land, Suledale Looking south from the end of the public road. The one cottage visible can only be accessed via a grassy track. — Croft land, Suledale Credit: Richard Dorrell

Eilean Àrd is a small island located in the Inverness-shire area of Scotland. It is situated in Loch Eil, a sea loch on the west coast of the country. The island covers an area of approximately 2 acres and is predominantly rocky and hilly in nature.

The island is known for its stunning natural beauty, with picturesque views of the surrounding Loch Eil and the nearby mountains. It is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, who visit for activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and fishing.

Eilean Àrd is uninhabited and lacks any permanent structures. However, it is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The island's rocky shores provide habitats for various marine species, while its grassy slopes support a variety of plant life. Visitors may also spot seabirds such as gulls and cormorants, as well as occasional sightings of otters and seals.

Access to Eilean Àrd is typically by boat, with a short journey from the mainland. The island offers a peaceful and secluded environment, perfect for those seeking tranquility and a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Overall, Eilean Àrd is a captivating island, offering breathtaking natural landscapes and a chance to immerse oneself in the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

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Eilean Àrd Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.482998/-6.3428333 or Grid Reference NG3951. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Croft land, Suledale

Looking south from the end of the public road. The one cottage visible can only be accessed via a grassy track.

Richard Dorrell

Eilean Ard

A small tidal island near the head of Loch Treaslane.

John Allan

A850 at Treaslane, Isle of Skye

Alpin Stewart

Ruin of Treaslane House

According to the OS Name Books (1876-1878) "This name applies to a good one storey farm-house situated on the southern side of Loch Snizort Beag ... in good repair and ... the property of Lauchlan MacDonald Esq. of Snizort".

Alpin Stewart

A850 crossing the Treaslane River

Alpin Stewart

The A850 nearing Bernisdale

David Purchase

Bernisdale junction

Looking north - a minor road junction off the A850.

Richard Dorrell

Tern on a boat

The guano on the boat suggests there is often more than one tern resting on it. The land beyond is Aird Bernisdale.

John Allan

Terns on a boat

The boat moored at the mouth of Loch Eyre is clearly a popular perching place for these birds. The land beyond is Aird Bernisdale.

John Allan

Aird Point

Houses near the end of Aird Point, seen across flat water on Loch Snizort.

John Allan

Loch Eyre sunset

A spectacular sky seen over Loch Eyre as the sun drops behind Lyndale Point.

John Allan

Standing stones at Eyre

Three stones are said to have once stood here, but only two now remain. Link

Sandy Gerrard

A87 at Eyre

Alpin Stewart

A87 heading south near Eyre

Alpin Stewart

Bernisdale

Bernisdale is a crofting township of many scattered dwellings, with its single-track access road now by-passed by the modern two-way A850.

Richard Dorrell

Ice near the head of Loch Eyre

The loch here is shallow and dries at low tide. The River Haultin enters the sea close by, so the water is quite low in salinity and prone to freezing in cold weather.

John Allan