Bad Fèitheanach

Downs, Moorland in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Bad Fèitheanach

Burn Coming Down from Carn an Uillt Tharsuinn Burn coming down from Carn an Uillt Tharsuinn to join Caochan Bad an t-Sneachda — Burn Coming Down from Carn an Uillt Tharsuinn Credit: Sarah McGuire

Bad Fèitheanach, located in Inverness-shire, Scotland, is a stunning area characterized by its downs and moorland landscapes. Situated amidst the natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands, Bad Fèitheanach offers breathtaking views and a serene environment.

The downs of Bad Fèitheanach are expansive and rolling, covered in lush green grasses and scattered with wildflowers. These gentle slopes create a picturesque backdrop, perfect for leisurely walks or picnics. The moorland, on the other hand, presents a rugged and wild terrain, with heather-covered hills and peat bogs. This diverse landscape provides a rich habitat for various species of wildlife, including birds, deer, and smaller mammals.

Visitors to Bad Fèitheanach can enjoy a range of outdoor activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography. The downs offer gentle trails suited for all ages and abilities, while the moorland presents more challenging opportunities for the adventurous. The area is also home to several nature reserves, allowing visitors to explore and discover the unique flora and fauna of the region.

In addition to its natural beauty, Bad Fèitheanach is also known for its historical significance. It is believed that the area has been inhabited since prehistoric times, with evidence of ancient settlements and burial sites. The surrounding countryside is dotted with remnants of old crofts and stone circles, providing a glimpse into the area's rich past.

Overall, Bad Fèitheanach is a captivating destination for nature enthusiasts, history buffs, and those seeking tranquility amidst Scotland's remarkable landscapes. With its downs and moorland, this Inverness-shire gem offers a remarkable blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 57.276559/-4.1259333 or Grid Reference NH7122. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Burn Coming Down from Carn an Uillt Tharsuinn Burn coming down from Carn an Uillt Tharsuinn to join Caochan Bad an t-Sneachda

Burn Coming Down from Carn an Uillt Tharsuinn

Burn coming down from Carn an Uillt Tharsuinn to join Caochan Bad an t-Sneachda

Wild Life Using Track I saw several rabbits using these new culverts on the tracks. Further up it was hares.

Wild Life Using Track

I saw several rabbits using these new culverts on the tracks. Further up it was hares.

Looking Across Caochan Dubh-ghlaic The Caochan Dubh-ghlaic moor was much easier to cross than higher moor. I was intending to go down this way but came across another track which I took.

Looking Across Caochan Dubh-ghlaic

The Caochan Dubh-ghlaic moor was much easier to cross than higher moor. I was intending to go down this way but came across another track which I took.

Carn Oighreagan Looking South The blackhouse ruins marked the end of a ridge coming down from Carn Oighreagan in a long curve. The track curves down the eastern side of the Carn an Uillt Tharsuinn coire.

Carn Oighreagan Looking South

The blackhouse ruins marked the end of a ridge coming down from Carn Oighreagan in a long curve. The track curves down the eastern side of the Carn an Uillt Tharsuinn coire.

New Track Going to Aonach Odhar

New Track Going to Aonach Odhar

Tracks Forking on Moor Looking NE coming down track from Aonach Odhar a track goes SE.

Tracks Forking on Moor

Looking NE coming down track from Aonach Odhar a track goes SE.

Moor Above Glen Glenmazeran Looking North from Slopes above Glen Glenmazeran you can see the track going north with the wind farm behind it

Moor Above Glen Glenmazeran

Looking North from Slopes above Glen Glenmazeran you can see the track going north with the wind farm behind it

Cnoc Thulagain from Moor Above Glen Glenmazeran The top of Cnoc Thulagain can be seen across moor with Creag Dubh behind it.

Cnoc Thulagain from Moor Above Glen Glenmazeran

The top of Cnoc Thulagain can be seen across moor with Creag Dubh behind it.

Double Electrified Fence Crossing Moor 600m I had seen bundles of posts lying about on Aonach Odhar and wondered what they were for. Wondered no more. This fence followed track.

Double Electrified Fence Crossing Moor 600m

I had seen bundles of posts lying about on Aonach Odhar and wondered what they were for. Wondered no more. This fence followed track.

Track Going to Aonach Odhar This track crosses peat haggs at top of Carn an Uillt Tharsuinn coire. They were between 2 and 3 metres deep.

Track Going to Aonach Odhar

This track crosses peat haggs at top of Carn an Uillt Tharsuinn coire. They were between 2 and 3 metres deep.

Peat Pool Beside Track This pool had been dug at the top of the coire with ditch beside path running into it

Peat Pool Beside Track

This pool had been dug at the top of the coire with ditch beside path running into it

Moor Draining in Carn an Uillt Tharsuinn Coire There has been a lot of new drainage ditches crossing the coire, you can see the lines crossing it. You can also see all the wee white posts which were markers for the digger drivers. These ditches were a metre deep, quite wide and filled with water. I hurt my knee jumping one.

Moor Draining in Carn an Uillt Tharsuinn Coire

There has been a lot of new drainage ditches crossing the coire, you can see the lines crossing it. You can also see all the wee white posts which were markers for the digger drivers. These ditches were a metre deep, quite wide and filled with water. I hurt my knee jumping one.

Electrified Fence and Track Crossing Aonach Odhar Tops

Electrified Fence and Track Crossing Aonach Odhar Tops

Grouse Moor on Aonach Odhar Plateau Well named Aonach - Moor, Odhar - Dun coloured. Carn a&#039; Chùill can be seen in the background

Grouse Moor on Aonach Odhar Plateau

Well named Aonach - Moor, Odhar - Dun coloured. Carn a' Chùill can be seen in the background

Grouse Moor on Aonach Odhar Plateau Looking South You can just see the track coming up from Glen Mazeran

Grouse Moor on Aonach Odhar Plateau Looking South

You can just see the track coming up from Glen Mazeran

Grouse Moor on Aonach Odhar Plateau Looking East Talk about featureless. You can just see the top of Cnoc Thulagain in middle distance.

Grouse Moor on Aonach Odhar Plateau Looking East

Talk about featureless. You can just see the top of Cnoc Thulagain in middle distance.

Aonach Odhar 642m Looking NE There was no cairn although there were several heather cover piles of stones (old shooting butts) on plateau, this was the highest. At least the moor wasn&#039;t boggy here.

Aonach Odhar 642m Looking NE

There was no cairn although there were several heather cover piles of stones (old shooting butts) on plateau, this was the highest. At least the moor wasn't boggy here.

Track Going Down from Aonach Odhar Track Going Down from Aonach Odhar to meet tributaries of Allt Tarsuinn

Track Going Down from Aonach Odhar

Track Going Down from Aonach Odhar to meet tributaries of Allt Tarsuinn

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Bad Fèitheanach is located at Grid Ref: NH7122 (Lat: 57.276559, Lng: -4.1259333)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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