Loch na Leitire

There's nothing flashy about Loch na Leitire - just a proper Highland loch tucked into the landscape near Kyle of Lochalsh, quiet enough that you might have it to yourself on a grey afternoon. It's the sort of place you find by accident, or because someone local told you where the best light hits the water at dawn. The loch itself is small, ringed by moorland and hills that slope down to the shore - good for a walk if you're after something gentle, excellent if you've got a camera and time to kill.

Don't come expecting facilities or marked trails. This is unvarnished Highland landscape, and that's precisely why it works. Walkers will appreciate the straightforward access and the chance to escape the busier Skye crowds across the water. Photographers and painters get something moody and atmospheric, especially when cloud drags across the peaks. It's the kind of spot where an hour disappears without you noticing.

If you're staying at Reraig Caravan & Camping Skye - only 3.5 miles away and a solid four-star site - Loch na Leitire makes a natural morning amble before heading into Kyle or further onto the Isle of Skye. The town itself is small but well-positioned as a jumping-off point. Go when the midges aren't bad, early morning or late afternoon when the light's worth something. It won't take long, but it'll stick with you.