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Croo Arch

Durness, Sutherland.

NGR:NC 39074 69765
WGS84:58.58597, -4.77001
Length:9 m
Vert. Range:5 m
Altitude:1 m
Geology:Moine Supergroup - Metapsammite
Tags:Cave, Arch, SeaCave, SSSI
Registry:main

Attractive inclined arch connecting two sandy embayments, flooded at high-tide.

Alternative Names: None recorded.

Notes: Measured by I. Greig, 07/23. Name derived from Old Norse word krókr, meaning 'hook' or 'crooked'.

Hydrographic Feeds: Balnakeil Bay

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This entry was last updated: 2026-04-19 11:55:33

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