The Majestic Scottish Highlands

Not the easiest place to find, in fact hidden in plain sight this location took a few attempts to find.

Arriving early one morning I thought there could be a short cut straight up a hill in Glen Lyon. This was the first failure.

The next time, after a 2 hour walk and unable to continue I returned home.

Undeterred I tried a third time, followed the directions given and after another pointless 2 hour walk I was almost back to the start point and there they were, a short 50m walk from where I started.   

Canon EOS 80D ISO 200

Glen Coe

Glen Coe is one of the most photographed parts of Scotland and attracts visitors from all over the world. 

Where the three waters meet, three sisters, hidden valley and this view, easiest to access and a five minute walk from the Clachaig Inn.

At the reception desk is a small sign which reads "No Hawkers or Campbells" referencing the part the Campbell clan took in the 1692 massacre of Glen Coe

4mm f1.7 /1980s ISO 100

The West Highland Way

The West Highland Way is a long distance path from Milngavie to Fort William covering a total of 96 miles.

This photograph was taken at the devils staircase section taking walkers to the highest point on the walk.

At this point of the walk there are views of Buachaille Etive Mor which guards the entrance to both Glen Etive and Glen Coe. 

The devils staircase is a steep paved, stepped access to the summit.

Canon EOS 80D 4mm f1.7 1/31.2 ISO 100

The Quiraing, Skye

Skye is quite rightly a must visit part of Scotland. Neist Point, Kilt Rock, Fairy Pools etc.

The Trotternish peninsular extends roughly 20 miles and provides ever changing views including those down to Saffin Bay 

However this picture of the Quiraing captures some of the beauty and mystery of the island with a mist over the other worldly scenery. 

Taken on Camera Phone

Rannoch Moor

Not everyone's cup of tea but my favourite spot in Scotland. There is something about the bleak empty spaces which I find beautiful.

In winter the patterns in the ice and throughout the rest of year the changing colours of the bracken and heather give a new photographic challenge to every season.

Just be aware, you rarely get away from taking pictures in this location with dry feet.

Canon EOS 80D 20mm f4 1/800s ISO 125