Àrd Duivan

Landscape Feature in Ross-shire

Scotland

Àrd Duivan

Loch Laxavat Ard
Loch Laxavat Ard Credit: Peter Moore

Àrd Duivan is a prominent landscape feature located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated on the western coast, it is known for its stunning natural beauty and rugged terrain. The name "Àrd Duivan" translates to "Black Hill" in English, which aptly describes the dark, rocky appearance of the area.

This landscape feature is characterized by its steep slopes and jagged cliffs, which provide breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and the nearby North Atlantic Ocean. The hill itself rises to an elevation of approximately 500 meters, making it a prominent landmark in the region.

The vegetation on Àrd Duivan is sparse, with hardy grasses and heather covering the rocky terrain. The harsh weather and strong winds that often sweep across the area create a challenging environment for plant life to thrive. However, despite its inhospitable conditions, the hill is home to a variety of bird species that nest in the crevices and cliffs.

Visitors to Àrd Duivan can enjoy exhilarating hikes and walks along the rugged paths that traverse the hill. The panoramic views from the summit are particularly awe-inspiring, offering vistas of the surrounding coastline and the distant mountains.

Overall, Àrd Duivan is a captivating landscape feature that showcases the raw beauty of the Scottish Highlands. Its dramatic cliffs, sparse vegetation, and breathtaking views make it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

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Àrd Duivan Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.242922/-6.7012975 or Grid Reference NB2437. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loch Laxavat Ard
Loch Laxavat Ard
Loch Lacsabhat Iarach By the Pentland Road.
Loch Lacsabhat Iarach
By the Pentland Road.
Bog beside the Pentland Road Looking towards Beinn Braghair (261 metres).
Bog beside the Pentland Road
Looking towards Beinn Braghair (261 metres).
Loch Laxavat Ard/Lagasbhat Ard Beside the Pentland Road.
Loch Laxavat Ard/Lagasbhat Ard
Beside the Pentland Road.
Druim na Bràiste Looking towards Loch na Bràiste.
Druim na Bràiste
Looking towards Loch na Bràiste.
Loch Lagsabhat Ard By Druim Mòr Connaidh Lagsabhat
Loch Lagsabhat Ard
By Druim Mòr Connaidh Lagsabhat
The southern end of Loch Lagsabhat Àrd
The southern end of Loch Lagsabhat Àrd
Rocky knoll at 72m spot height south of Pentland Rd, Carloway, Lewis Tramp out across the bog to the tiny hump that is this 72 metre spot height amidst the wilderness of Lewis.  Then drop down the S.E. side and this is what you'll see.  Can't guarantee my wife's legs will be there when you go to check.
Rocky knoll at 72m spot height south of Pentland Rd, Carloway, Lewis
Tramp out across the bog to the tiny hump that is this 72 metre spot height amidst the wilderness of Lewis. Then drop down the S.E. side and this is what you'll see. Can't guarantee my wife's legs will be there when you go to check.
Roadside memorial to Murdo Macleod On the lonely bog-traversing Pentland Road twixt Carloway and Stornoway lies this memorial to a man who dropped dead at this spot on 1st June 1902 aged just 40.  If anyone ever contacts me to tell me the cause, I will be delighted to update this page.  Murdo was clearly loved by his descendants.
Roadside memorial to Murdo Macleod
On the lonely bog-traversing Pentland Road twixt Carloway and Stornoway lies this memorial to a man who dropped dead at this spot on 1st June 1902 aged just 40. If anyone ever contacts me to tell me the cause, I will be delighted to update this page. Murdo was clearly loved by his descendants.
View from the knoll at 72m spot height My previous image from this spot shows what's underfoot, this one shows the view roughly south.  Bog, some bog, then a boggy patch.  Two lochans which I think are called Loch Mòr and Loch Gheòidh can be seen mid distant.
Off Pentland Rd, Carloway, Isle of Lewis.
View from the knoll at 72m spot height
My previous image from this spot shows what's underfoot, this one shows the view roughly south. Bog, some bog, then a boggy patch. Two lochans which I think are called Loch Mòr and Loch Gheòidh can be seen mid distant. Off Pentland Rd, Carloway, Isle of Lewis.
Loch Lagsabhat Àrd from Pentland Road
Loch Lagsabhat Àrd from Pentland Road
Pentland road From near the north end of Loch na Bà Buidhe.
Pentland road
From near the north end of Loch na Bà Buidhe.
Pentland Road Part of the "back road" from Carloway to Stornoway.
Pentland Road
Part of the "back road" from Carloway to Stornoway.
Loch Laxavat Ard With Fish Farm equipment on shore. Many of hundreds of lochs on the Isle of Lewis are used by Fish Farms.
Loch Laxavat Ard
With Fish Farm equipment on shore. Many of hundreds of lochs on the Isle of Lewis are used by Fish Farms.
Loch Airigh Seibh Islets (not shown on the map) on the loch.
Loch Airigh Seibh
Islets (not shown on the map) on the loch.
Peat Moorland Beagha Looking over the single track road from Carlabhagh to Stornoway to the moorland. The OS map merely has the word "Beagha" normal to the usual text to describe this area.
Peat Moorland Beagha
Looking over the single track road from Carlabhagh to Stornoway to the moorland. The OS map merely has the word "Beagha" normal to the usual text to describe this area.
Eilean Ard on  Loch Laxavat Ard This island at the south-eastern end of the loch could be natural or may be an iron age dun or crannog.
Eilean Ard on Loch Laxavat Ard
This island at the south-eastern end of the loch could be natural or may be an iron age dun or crannog.
Loch Laxavat Ard Loch Laxavat Ard, Lewis, set amongst rocky moorland
Loch Laxavat Ard
Loch Laxavat Ard, Lewis, set amongst rocky moorland
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Àrd Duivan is located at Grid Ref: NB2437 (Lat: 58.242922, Lng: -6.7012975)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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///gladiator.digress.paused. Near Carloway, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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