Sgeir Dorcha

Island in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Sgeir Dorcha

Scavaig River View of the steppings stone across Scavaig River, the UK&#039;s shortest river. — Scavaig River Credit: Ajay Tegala

Sgeir Dorcha is a small uninhabited island located off the coast of Inverness-shire in the Scottish Highlands. Also known as "The Dark Rock," it is situated in the Moray Firth, a body of water known for its diverse marine life and stunning coastal landscapes.

Covering an area of approximately 0.1 hectares, Sgeir Dorcha is a rocky outcrop rising from the sea. The island is characterized by its jagged cliffs, which provide nesting spots for a variety of seabirds, including guillemots and razorbills. The surrounding waters are abundant with fish, making it an ideal location for fishing and birdwatching enthusiasts.

Access to Sgeir Dorcha is limited due to its remote location and lack of facilities. It can be reached by boat, and visitors are advised to check tide tables and weather conditions before attempting to visit. The island's rugged beauty and untouched natural environment make it a popular destination for photographers and nature lovers seeking solitude and tranquility.

While Sgeir Dorcha does not have any historical or cultural significance, it serves as an important habitat for marine wildlife and contributes to the overall biodiversity of the region. Its isolation and unspoiled scenery make it a hidden gem for those looking to explore the untamed beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

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Sgeir Dorcha Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.190483/-6.1583126 or Grid Reference NG4818. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Scavaig River

View of the steppings stone across Scavaig River, the UK's shortest river.

Ajay Tegala

The Elgol ferry departing from the Coruisk landing stage

John Lucas

Coruisk Memorial Hut

Beneath Black Rock.

John Lucas

Camping by the Coruisk Memorial Hut

With the Black Rock rising above.

John Lucas

Waiting for the ferry back to Elgol

Not a bad place to wait!

John Lucas

Not a bad view from one's tent!

Camping near the Coruisk Memorial Hut, looking across Loch na Cuilce.

John Lucas

The Cuillin from SgÃ¹rr na Stri

Taken from the western and slightly lower summit of Sgùrr na Stri this is the view of the whole Black Cuillin ridge - although ironically the highest, Sgurr Alasdair, is the only one of the 11 Munros that cannot be seen. Often cited as the finest viewpoint in Britain, though these things are subjective, it would be in my top 5. Almost all of Loch Coruisk can be seen along with a number of boats either moored or coming or going to this dramatic landscape.

Adam Ward

Loch na Cuilce near Loch Coruisk

Loch na Cuilce (loch of the reeds) is a bay near the outflow from Loch Coruisk into Loch Scavaig, surrounded by the Cuillin slopes falling steeply down to sea level. R of centre is the Coruisk Memorial Hut, run by the Junior Mountaineering Club of Scotland. It was built in 1958-9 in memory of two climbers, Peter Drummond Smith and David Monro, who died on Ben Nevis in 1953 - for more background on the hut please see Link