Loch Eriboll
Loch Eriboll is located on the north coast of Scotland. It is about 10 miles long and one of the deepest lochs in Scotland.
This walk explores the Ard Neakie Lime Kilns on the eastern side of the loch. A small scale lime industry developed here in the 19th century and this scenic promontory had four large lime kilns developed in around 1870. The loch was nicknamed "Lock ’orrible" by the British servicemen stationed here during World War II because of the often inclement weather. There are stones arranged by sailors into the names of their warships, including HMS Hood and Amethyst, on the hillside above the hamlet of Laid.
To continue your walking in the area head west to visit Smoo Cave. The cave is in a wonderful coastal location and includes a number of walkways you can follow around the imposing cave entrance.
Postcode
IV27 4UJ - Please note: Postcode may be approximate for some rural locationsLoch Eriboll Ordnance Survey Map 
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Loch Eriboll Open Street Map 
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Loch Eriboll OS Map 
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Loch Eriboll Open Street Map 
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Further Information and Other Local Ideas
For more walking ideas in the area see the Scottish Highlands Walks page.
Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby
Photos
Ard Neackie and Loch Eriboll. This is the first view of the loch that greets motorists who have approached from Tongue.
The Buildings on Ard Neackie
Ard Neackie beach. This is taken from the North side of this small tombolo jutting out into Loch Eribol in Sutherland
The pier and lime kilns of Ard Neackie
Looking over the limestone kilns, Ard Neakie, Loch Eriboll. Lime was produced by heating the local limestone in the kilns.
The small lighthouse on the East side
Rocky coast at the mouth of Loch Eriboll, North of Heilam.
