The beautiful natural features of Scotland make it a perfect setting for photography. With diverse landscapes, all of which truly stunning, there is so much choice of places to visit and capture that magical photo. The choice can be overwhelming. Do you choose to visit one of Scotland’s many castles? Or head to one of the islands? Well, we are here to help. Here is breakdown of the best locations for Scottish photography:
Cairngorms National Park
Cairngorms is the largest national park in the United Kingdom. It covers 1,700 square metres of stunning mountainous landscapes. There are numerous paths throughout the park, all giving you great potential for that perfect photograph. The landscape is particularly beautiful in the winter, when the hills are covered in snow. There’s also a wildlife centre in the park, if snapping shots of animals is your passion.
Old Packhorse Bridge
Located just south of the City of Inverness, is one of Scotland’s most famous and photographed bridges. The Old Packhorse Bridge can unfortunately no longer be crossed due to it being unstable. However, it is still as majestic as ever and makes for some great Scottish photography. It also holds the title of being the oldest bridge in the Highlands, as it was built all the way back in 1717.
Loch Lomond
Loch Lomond and the numerous mountains and hills that surround it make the perfect mix for stunning photography. You can climb up numerous hills for the perfect shot – including Ben Lomond and Conic Hill. There are beaches, islands and small villages that offer variety when you are capturing the surroundings. Not only is it a great photography spot, it’s also a great day out.
St. Kilda
Getting to St. Kilda is no easy task. St. Kilda is a group of islands located in the Outer Hebrides. The island has no year round residents. The only way you will be able to get out to the islands is through either a chartered boat or on a cruise. If you do get there, then you will be able to get some amazing shots. You will be able to see the biggest sea cliff in the UK, as well as an array of wildlife.
Loch Shiel
Loch Shiel is a 17 mile body of water that is located to the west of Fort William. For the best photo opportunities, you will want to head to the northern point of the Loch. This is as it’s a mountainous area that provides the perfect elevation for the right photograph. Head to the town of Glenfinnan for the best photo opportunities.
Scottish Photography: Finnich Glen
Finnich Glen (aka Devils Pulpit) has seen a meteoric rise in recent times, due to being a filming site for numerous TV shows and movies (including Outlander). The gorge is located north of Glasgow near the village of Killearn. It gets its name due to the red sediment that runs through the water.
