A Photo Tour of Assynt
Scotland’s rugged west coast is the ideal place to go exploring
With isolated, idyllic beaches; jagged mountain ridges; and miles of sweeping, unspoiled countryside, Assynt is hard to beat.
In the south-west of Sutherland, just to the north of Ullapool, Assynt, makes the long journey to get there worthwhile.
Take a look at the scenery that awaits you…
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- The crystal clear waters and white sands of Achmelvich Beach
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- Looking back from Stoer to Canisp, Suilven, Cùl Mòr, Cùl Beag, and Stac Pollaidh, and Torridon in the distance.
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- A closer view of Canisp, Suilven, Cùl Mòr, and Cùl Beag
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- Suilven may only be a Corbett, but the walk to the summit of Caisteal Liath is not for the faint-hearted
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- Stoer Point Lighthouse can be rented as a holiday flat.
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- Just up the track from the lighthouse you’ll find The Old Man of Stoer – not to be confused with the Old Man of Storr on Skye!
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- Clachtoll campsite is mere yards from this perfect west coast beach.
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- Stac Pollaidh cuts an impressive figure from a distance.
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- … and up close its sharp, pinnacled ridge becomes more defined.
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- Castle Ardvreck has a well-chosen defensive position on Loch Assynt
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- The road to Lochinver curves round the Castle and Loch Assynt.
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- The houses in Lochinver all sit on the west side of the road, to take advantage of the amazing views out to sea.
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- Don’t miss Knockan Crag Visitor Centre, a free exhibition and trail exploring the geology of the region.
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- Take a walk through history and geology
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- Ben Peach (left) and John Horne, the geologists that put Assynt on the map with their discoveries.
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- Looking back over Lochan an Ais from Knockan Crag
