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RSPB Loch na Muilne Nature Reserve

Isle of Lewis  >  United Kingdom

A small lowland freshwater lake managed as a reserve by the RSPB.

Added* by Marnix Roels
Most recent update 9 April 2020

Description

There is usually a warden on hand in summer with the site being of major conservation interest with its breeding Red-necked Phalarope pictured. The surrounding moorland has breeding waders in spring / summer including Dunlin, Common Redshank, Northern Lapwing, Common Snipe and European Golden Plover. Birds of prey are also evident including Merlin which has its UK stronghold on Lewis. There are regular guided walks throughout June organised by the RSPB to look for Eagles, Corn Crake, and other species.

Details

Access

Loch na Muilne is located in North West Lewis approximately 15 miles from Stornoway and a 25-minute drive away. From Stornoway follow the A857 to Barvas and then turn left onto the A858 to Arnol. Turn into the village and continue towards the coast, past the Arnol Blackhouse Museum and park at the RSPB car park at the end of the road with due consideration for residents and other visitors.

The nature reserve is accessed to the North from the carpark, through a gate and a 400m walk which is waymarked by posts, taking you to a viewing area overlooking the loch.

Terrain and Habitat

Lake , Moors/heathland , Grassland

Conditions

Flat , Wet , Open landscape

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

Winter , Spring , Summer

Best time to visit

Spring migration , Winter

Route

Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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