Loch Alsh, Sea inlet in Highland, Scotland
Loch Alsh extends 12 kilometers inland from Kyle of Lochalsh to Ardelve, positioned between the Isle of Skye and the Northwest Highlands of Scotland.
The waters of Loch Alsh witnessed the final Spanish invasion of Britain in 1719, marking a significant moment in Scottish military history.
The name derives from Scottish Gaelic 'Loch Aillse', with ancient Pictish settlements and Gaelic influence shaping the identity of this Highland waterway.
The inlet experiences temperatures between 0-7°C in January and 10-18°C in July, with rainfall occurring frequently throughout the year.
Scientists discovered the largest flame shell reef in the United Kingdom within Loch Alsh in 2012, spanning 75 hectares of marine habitat.
Location: Highland
Location: Lochalsh
GPS coordinates: 57.27000,-5.66000
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:56
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