Am Fraoch-eilean

Island in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Am Fraoch-eilean

Inlet off Loch nan Uamh Taken from the end of a narrow lane that ends at this point. Not a good place to come by car and expect to find a turning space. Worth the visit to see the black throated diver. — Inlet off Loch nan Uamh Credit: Gordon Hatton

Am Fraoch-eilean is a small island located in Loch Ness, in the county of Inverness-shire in Scotland. The island is situated near the village of Dores and is known for its stunning natural beauty and tranquil surroundings.

The island is approximately 150 meters long and 50 meters wide, making it a popular destination for visitors looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It is accessible by boat or kayak, and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and Loch Ness.

Am Fraoch-eilean is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, otters, and occasionally red deer. The island is also a popular spot for fishing, with anglers coming to try their luck at catching trout and salmon in the waters surrounding the island.

Visitors to Am Fraoch-eilean can enjoy picnicking, hiking, and wildlife watching, making it a perfect destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The island's peaceful atmosphere and stunning scenery make it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the Loch Ness area.

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Am Fraoch-eilean Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.880422/-5.8190438 or Grid Reference NM6783. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Inlet off Loch nan Uamh

Taken from the end of a narrow lane that ends at this point. Not a good place to come by car and expect to find a turning space. Worth the visit to see the black throated diver.

Gordon Hatton

Raised beach inland from Camas Ghaoideil

Flat farm land is the location of a fossil raised beach inland from Camas Ghaoideil

Simon Wellings

Geological dyke on shore of Rubha Aird Mhoir

Rocky foreshore showing a sheet of brown igneous rock cutting grey Moine metamorphic rocks

Simon Wellings

Spectacular folded rocks on foreshore

Foreshore near Druimindarroch showing spectacular fold within metamorphosed Moine rocks.

Simon Wellings

Road to Druimindarroch

Steven Brown

Rock Formations

Rock formations taken at the narrows between An Garbh eilean and the mainland.

GDL

Cup Marked Stone

A large bowl shaped depression you could eat your porridge from is surrounded by about 60 to 70 smaller cup marks maybe half an inch deep. Answers on a postcard.

Luke Oldale

An Glas-eilean

A short paddle from Druimindarroch, quite difficult to land.

Paul Biggin

Eilean an Sgurra

Interesting rock formations

Paul Biggin

Druimindarroch road

Peter Bond

Saideal Druim an Daraich

An inlet on Loch nan Uamh.

Peter Bond

Boat house at the head of Saideal Druim an Daraich

Peter Bond

Head of Saideal Druim an Daraich

An inlet on Loch nan Uamh. Taken at low water.

Peter Bond

Loch Dubh

Viewed from the high point of the track to the north (NM672851)

Mick Garratt

Druimindarroch

Druimindarroch showing on old estate house on the left and the boat house on the right. The "Oak Ridge" is behind the houses.

Jim Bain

Cragtop Hut

The building marked on the map at Camus Ghaoideil is perched atop a narrow rocky spur.

RD no longer active

Eilean nan Cabar

Taken from the mainland, this image shows that Eilean nan Cabar, safe from grazing sheep, has a significant number of trees on it, although you would never guess this from the bleak 1:50000 OS map representation.

RD no longer active

From the Borrodale vitrified fort

This vitrified fort commands a powerful position by the mouth of the Borrodale Burn on the North shore of the sea loch, Loch nan Uamh. The southern edge of the fort and these two rocky points are just about all the land in this square. Beyond lies Eilean nan Caber with Ardnamurchan Point in the far distance.

Jim Bain

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Am Fraoch-eilean is located at Grid Ref: NM6783 (Lat: 56.880422, Lng: -5.8190438)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands