Doire nan Dearcag

Downs, Moorland in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Doire nan Dearcag

Welcome to Creag Meagaidh National Nature Reserve Credit: Peter Moore

Doire nan Dearcag, located in Inverness-shire, Scotland, is a captivating area of downs and moorland. Spread across a vast expanse, this region is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. With its rolling hills and wide open spaces, Doire nan Dearcag offers a serene and peaceful environment for visitors to immerse themselves in nature.

The downs of Doire nan Dearcag are characterized by their gentle slopes and lush greenery. These expansive grasslands provide ample grazing opportunities for various herbivorous animals, including sheep and deer. The downs are also dotted with clusters of vibrant wildflowers, adding a splash of color to the landscape during the warmer months.

In contrast, the moorland areas of Doire nan Dearcag are characterized by their unique heather-covered terrain. The blooming purple heather creates a picturesque sight, especially during late summer and early autumn. The moorland is home to a myriad of bird species, making it a paradise for birdwatching enthusiasts. Visitors may catch a glimpse of species such as red grouse, golden eagles, and peregrine falcons soaring through the clear skies.

Additionally, Doire nan Dearcag is intersected by several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore and appreciate its natural wonders at their own pace. These paths offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, with occasional glimpses of distant lochs and rivers.

In conclusion, Doire nan Dearcag, with its downs and moorland, presents a captivating landscape that showcases the natural splendor of Inverness-shire. Whether it's the rolling downs or the vibrant moorland, this region offers a remarkable destination for nature lovers and those seeking tranquility amidst the Scottish countryside.

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Doire nan Dearcag Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.956241/-4.5169417 or Grid Reference NN4787. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Welcome to Creag Meagaidh National Nature Reserve

Peter Moore

Down path on longer loop path in Creag Meagaidh Nature Reserve

Peter Moore

Car park at Creag Meagaidh National Nature Reserve

The nature reserve car park at Aberarder - surely one of the UK's most scenic.

William Starkey

Dial na Mine

View from the car park at Dial na Mine.

Peter McDermott

Coire Ardair View

On the southern slopes of the munro Carn Liath looking straight across to the dramatic Coire Ardair of Creag Meagaidh. A muggy and still summers day - so hot red deer were lying in patches of snow on the opposite hillside.

Adam Ward

Aberarder Farm

Now headquarters of the Creag Meagaidh National Nature Reserve.

Nigel Brown

Start of the Craig Meagaidh path, Aberarder

Nigel Brown

On the Craig Meagaidh path

The path has been substantially improved since I was last here eleven years ago, and may be following a different line.

Nigel Brown

Slopes rising towards Na Cnapanan

With natural regeneration of woodland evident.

Nigel Brown

The Craig Meagaidh path

During a brief bright spell in the weather. Not far away light rain sweeps across the slopes of Sròn a' Ghoire, and will soon arrive here.

Nigel Brown

Bends on the A86 south of Aberarder

Binnein Shuas is the hill in the distance.

Nigel Brown

Bends on the A86

Nigel Brown

Road to Aberardair

Not long before this was taken, this was a farm. Its fate was to disappear under conifers but the land was bought as a National Nature Reserve. Now it is being covered by different sorts of trees. We were travelling to Lagan for the Mountain Bothies Association AGM - not having a car, going over Carn Liath was a good route.

Richard Webb

Loch through trees

Loch Laggan.

James Allan

Slopes of Sron a' Choire near Loch Laggan

The sharp-eyed will spot what appear to be slender light-coloured posts in this view. They are, however, raindrops!

ian shiell

Slopes of Sron a' Choire from the very fine footpath into Coire Ardair

My first journey here was with Andrew Stevenson et. al. to do South Post in the 70's. Post memories obfuscate memories of the path but what remains is not 'very fine'!

ian shiell