The Old Man of Storr and Loch Leathan are integral parts of Skye's distinctive and dramatic geology. The Old Man itself is a large standing formation of rock part of the Trotternish ridge, which was formed by a massive ancient landslide, resulting in towering cliffs, hidden plateaus, and pinnacles like the Storr.
Loch Leathan, sitting quietly at the base of this impressive ridge, serves as a serene counterpoint to the Old Man's rugged verticality. The juxtaposition of the still, reflective waters of the loch with the jagged rock formations creates a landscape that is both dynamic and harmonious. The geologic history here is laid bare, with the Trotternish ridge being the most significant and visible evidence of the landslip, and the Old Man standing as a monolith to the ceaseless forces of erosion and time.
