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Coille a' Bhealaich Mhòir

Downs, Moorland in Argyllshire

Scotland

Coille a' Bhealaich Mhòir

West ridge of Druim Fada beyond trig point The ridge extending to the west from the cylindrical, 'Vanessa style', trig point. Creach Beinn is the mountain in the distance.
West ridge of Druim Fada beyond trig point Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Coille a' Bhealaich Mhòir is a rugged and remote area located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is characterized by its vast expanse of downs and moorland, with rolling hills and open spaces dominating the landscape. The area is known for its wild and untamed beauty, with heather-covered hillsides and rocky outcrops adding to its dramatic scenery.

The terrain in Coille a' Bhealaich Mhòir is predominantly rough and uneven, making it a challenging environment for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including red deer, birds of prey, and other native species that thrive in this harsh but beautiful landscape.

Visitors to Coille a' Bhealaich Mhòir can enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, with opportunities for walking, hiking, and wildlife spotting. The area is a popular destination for nature lovers and those seeking a remote and tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Overall, Coille a' Bhealaich Mhòir is a stunning and unspoiled wilderness that offers a glimpse into the rugged beauty of the Scottish countryside.

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Coille a' Bhealaich Mhòir Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.345124/-5.7938103 or Grid Reference NM6523. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

West ridge of Druim Fada beyond trig point The ridge extending to the west from the cylindrical, 'Vanessa style', trig point. Creach Beinn is the mountain in the distance.
West ridge of Druim Fada beyond trig point
The ridge extending to the west from the cylindrical, 'Vanessa style', trig point. Creach Beinn is the mountain in the distance.
Loch a' Bhealaich Mhòir A view along the length of Loch a' Bhealaich Mhòir from near to its outflow. Ben Buie is the distant mountain.
Loch a' Bhealaich Mhòir
A view along the length of Loch a' Bhealaich Mhòir from near to its outflow. Ben Buie is the distant mountain.
Port na Muice Duibhe
Port na Muice Duibhe
Druim Fada Druim Fada is Laggan's highest hill at 405m. The south side is steep before rolling down to the Firth of Lorne. Below this scarp is a narrow lochan unnamed on the OS map.
Druim Fada
Druim Fada is Laggan's highest hill at 405m. The south side is steep before rolling down to the Firth of Lorne. Below this scarp is a narrow lochan unnamed on the OS map.
Druim Fada The flat summit of the peninsula with a vanessa trig pillar.
Druim Fada
The flat summit of the peninsula with a vanessa trig pillar.
Lochan on Druim Fada Unnamed lochan to the east of Lochan nam Fiadh.
Lochan on Druim Fada
Unnamed lochan to the east of Lochan nam Fiadh.
Creag Sgoite Crag on Druim Fada with an east descent route through a gap down to Loch Buie.
Creag Sgoite
Crag on Druim Fada with an east descent route through a gap down to Loch Buie.
Suidhe nam Buachaillean The herdsmen had a great view. The tracks of an all terrain vehicle heads over the horizon towards the Allt Omhain.
Suidhe nam Buachaillean
The herdsmen had a great view. The tracks of an all terrain vehicle heads over the horizon towards the Allt Omhain.
Boggy lochan A lochan well advanced in the succession to marshland. On Suidhe nam Buachaillean.
Boggy lochan
A lochan well advanced in the succession to marshland. On Suidhe nam Buachaillean.
Laggan Forest The land is mostly grassy on the Laggan Penininsula, and mostly used as a deer forest. There are numerous basalt crags which can make route finding interesting.
Laggan Forest
The land is mostly grassy on the Laggan Penininsula, and mostly used as a deer forest. There are numerous basalt crags which can make route finding interesting.
Basalt outcrops, Laggan Typical scenery in the Laggan Deer Forest, numerous small outcrops of basalt and well covered in grass.
Basalt outcrops, Laggan
Typical scenery in the Laggan Deer Forest, numerous small outcrops of basalt and well covered in grass.
Cnoc Shalachry Craggy spur above Loch Uisg.
Cnoc Shalachry
Craggy spur above Loch Uisg.
Shieling, Salachry Ruin of house amongst good grazing land below craggy Cnoc Shalachry.
Shieling, Salachry
Ruin of house amongst good grazing land below craggy Cnoc Shalachry.
Cnoc Shalachry A stag beneath the crags of Cnoc Shalachry.
Cnoc Shalachry
A stag beneath the crags of Cnoc Shalachry.
Boat at Loch A fishing boat on Loch an t-sidhein.
Boat at Loch
A fishing boat on Loch an t-sidhein.
Druim Fada Trig The trig point on the summit of Druim Fada.
Druim Fada Trig
The trig point on the summit of Druim Fada.
Loch a' Bhealaich Mhoir Loch a' Bhealaich Mhoir.
Loch a' Bhealaich Mhoir
Loch a' Bhealaich Mhoir.
Sron nam Boc Looking downhill beside the stream.
Sron nam Boc
Looking downhill beside the stream.
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Coille a' Bhealaich Mhòir is located at Grid Ref: NM6523 (Lat: 56.345124, Lng: -5.7938103)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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Cnoc a' Bhealaich Mhòir Coille a' Bhealaich Mhòir Loch a' Bhealaich Mhòir

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