United Kingdom Eilean Glas Lighthouse, Scotland
The Eilean Glas Lighthouse is a lighthouse on the Scottish Hebridean island of Scalpay. This photo spot offers a great view of the lighthouse.
Photography Tips
This spot is great for long-exposure photography with ND filters because you get a nice contrast between the rocky sharp cliffs and the soft texture of the water. Any time of the day can be nice to photograph this place but if you prefer a colorful sky it's probably great to try for a sunrise photo because you are looking to the East from this spot.
Travel Information
The shortest route to the lighthouse is 2.1 kilometers long. So it takes about 20-30 minutes, depending on how fit you are.
Start at the parking lot (“Outend Car Park, Scalpay”). There are 7 parking spaces.
Start at the parking lot (“Outend Car Park, Scalpay”). There are 7 parking spaces.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Just a few people
Best Timing
All timings are equally good
Sunrise & Sunset
09:06 - 15:42
| current local time: 13:37
Photo Themes
lighthouse
Long Exposure
Ocean
rocks
rocky shore
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