Bad nan Gad

Wood, Forest in Sutherland

Scotland

Bad nan Gad

Loch a' Mhinidh by the A894 Credit: Alan Reid

Bad nan Gad, located in Sutherland, Scotland, is a stunning woodland area known for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Nestled within the Scottish Highlands, this forested region covers a vast expanse of approximately 10 square kilometers. The name "Bad nan Gad" translates to "the clump of the withies" in Gaelic, a reference to the numerous willow trees that can be found throughout the area.

The woodland is characterized by a diverse range of tree species, including oak, birch, pine, and rowan, creating a picturesque and varied landscape. These trees provide a habitat for a wide array of wildlife, such as red deer, roe deer, foxes, and various bird species. It is not uncommon to spot a golden eagle soaring through the skies or to stumble upon the tracks of a shy pine marten.

The forest is crisscrossed by several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its enchanting beauty firsthand. The paths wind through mossy glens and alongside babbling brooks, offering a tranquil and immersive experience in nature. In addition, the forest is home to several small lochs, adding to the overall charm and tranquility of the surroundings.

Bad nan Gad is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers who seek to capture the raw beauty of the Scottish wilderness. Its remote location and untouched landscapes make it an idyllic retreat for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the serenity of nature.

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Bad nan Gad Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.28135/-5.0692818 or Grid Reference NC2036. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loch a' Mhinidh by the A894

Alan Reid

Summer Evening at Duartmore Point, Sutherland

An uninhabited Scottish coastline of inlets and bays, bathed in golden evening sunlight on a summer evening. The view is facing northwest over Duartmore Point towards the Hebridean Sea. This area, known as the Assynt, is in the northwest corner of mainland Britain and daylight hours are long in summer. This photo was taken at 9pm, about 1h30m before sunset.

Andrew Tryon

Duartmore Forest and Bay, Sutherland

The west coast of Sutherland at Duartmore forest. The nearby water is an unnamed loch. The water beyond is the Hebridean Sea.

Andrew Tryon

Shooting Butts in Duartmore Forest, Sutherland

An area of moorland with various screens or butts, presumably for visitors from the nearby forest lodge to participate in country sports.

Andrew Tryon

Track in Duartmore Forest, Sutherland

This track runs from the A894 to a lodge in the forest.

Andrew Tryon

New Track in the Duartmore Forest, Sutherland

This new track serves a small new lodge in Duartmore Forest. The water to the left is Loch Duartmore.

Andrew Tryon

Water Lilies on Loch an Ruighein, Duartmore Forest, Sutherland

Loch an Ruighein is a tranquil but inaccessible loch, tucked away in the Duartmore Forest in the far north of the Scottish Highlands. The Loch doesn't appear to be visited much - getting to it was quite a job, with boggy ground, dense vegetation and fallen trees. Not surprising then that there were no other photos of it on Geograph.

Andrew Tryon

Log Cabin in Duartmore Forest, Sutherland

Off grid and off the beaten track, this log cabin stands by itself in a secluded Sutherland forest.

Andrew Tryon

Log track in Duartmore Forest

A track made from logs laid crosswise in a very boggy area on the south side of the forest. It leads to the cabin shown in Andrew Tryon's photo NC1836 : Log Cabin in Duartmore Forest, Sutherland, but evidently has not been used for some time, judging by the rotting state of many of the timbers.

Jim Barton

Log track in Duartmore Forest (2)

Part of the track made by laying logs cross-wise in this very boggy ground on the southern edge of the forest.

Jim Barton

Loch Duartmore

The re-engineered A894 [1979]sweeps down the hillside and across the narrow loch by means of a concrete bridge. The map shows the old road crossing further to the east and then winding its way around the hills, rather than through them as the new road does.

Gordon Hatton