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We continued paddling north up Loch Fyne along an unspoiled and remote coastline.
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By the time we reached Eilean nan Gabhar at the south end of Auchalick Bay, it was time for first luncheon.
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What a place to stop. Above high water the rocks were covered with multicoloured lichens and sea pink.
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Down at high water level, the rocks were bare but displayed wonderful and ancient patterns.
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The north side of Auchalick Bay is bounded by the distinctive slopes of Gob a'Bharra. I loved the way the yellow gorse flowers matched the golden lichens on the rocks in the foreground.