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Cnoc Sgar

Hill, Mountain in Inverness-shire

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Cnoc Sgar

St Kilda View from Traigh-stir on North Uist at sunset.
St Kilda Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Cnoc Sgar is a prominent hill located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It stands at an elevation of 370 meters (1,214 feet) above sea level and offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area, including the nearby Loch Ness. The hill is known for its distinctive shape, with a steep, rocky summit that provides a challenging but rewarding climb for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Cnoc Sgar is part of the expansive Scottish Highlands, which are renowned for their rugged beauty and dramatic landscapes. The hill is situated near the village of Drumnadrochit, making it easily accessible for visitors looking to explore the area.

The terrain around Cnoc Sgar is characterized by heather-covered moorland, rocky outcrops, and scattered patches of woodland. Wildlife such as red deer, golden eagles, and ptarmigan can often be spotted in the area, adding to the natural beauty and appeal of the hill.

Overall, Cnoc Sgar is a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers seeking a challenging climb and breathtaking views of the Scottish countryside. Its unique topography and stunning vistas make it a must-visit location for anyone exploring Inverness-shire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 57.809352/-8.5887209 or Grid Reference NF0899. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Kilda View from Traigh-stir on North Uist at sunset.
St Kilda
View from Traigh-stir on North Uist at sunset.
Geodha na h-Àirde (The Tunnel), St Kilda A long tunnel cuts through the headland of Gob na h-Àirde which is marked on OS maps as an arch. This is the view at the Gleann Mòr entrance looking towards the bay. Access is by a sloping ledge visible in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1291360">NA0800 : Gob na h-Airde</a>. The floor of the tunnel has the name Leacan an t-Sluic Mhóir that means The flagstones of the big hole. Jim Crumley in his book, Among Islands, published in 1994, commented that The Tunnel is a landscape out of the top drawer and that "The Trumpet-blowers played the thing down, for memory in such a landscape is not to be trusted". This is the first image inside the Tunnel on Geograph.
Geodha na h-Àirde (The Tunnel), St Kilda
A long tunnel cuts through the headland of Gob na h-Àirde which is marked on OS maps as an arch. This is the view at the Gleann Mòr entrance looking towards the bay. Access is by a sloping ledge visible in NA0800 : Gob na h-Airde. The floor of the tunnel has the name Leacan an t-Sluic Mhóir that means The flagstones of the big hole. Jim Crumley in his book, Among Islands, published in 1994, commented that The Tunnel is a landscape out of the top drawer and that "The Trumpet-blowers played the thing down, for memory in such a landscape is not to be trusted". This is the first image inside the Tunnel on Geograph.
The Amazon's House, Gleann Mor, St Kilda One of the many structures in Gleann Mor, St Kilda, but this one is the most studied and is named on OS Maps. In Gleann Mor, complex clusters of remains bear affinities with the building traditions of Iron Age wheelhouses, of particular note being the Amazon's House, with its central chamber and linked cells beneath turfed corbelling. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/3960/st-kilda-hirta-gleann-mor-the-amazons-house" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/3960/st-kilda-hirta-gleann-mor-the-amazons-house">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The Amazon's House, Gleann Mor, St Kilda
One of the many structures in Gleann Mor, St Kilda, but this one is the most studied and is named on OS Maps. In Gleann Mor, complex clusters of remains bear affinities with the building traditions of Iron Age wheelhouses, of particular note being the Amazon's House, with its central chamber and linked cells beneath turfed corbelling. LinkExternal link
Dùn from Ruabhal A classic view of Dùn. I had a memorable day on Dùn not helped by falling into the sea when being landed. It is lucky my camera survived to take these images later.
Dùn from Ruabhal
A classic view of Dùn. I had a memorable day on Dùn not helped by falling into the sea when being landed. It is lucky my camera survived to take these images later.
Cleit on the side of Mullach Mòr This spot provides a good view into Gleann Mòr towards The Cambir (An Campar).
Cleit on the side of Mullach Mòr
This spot provides a good view into Gleann Mòr towards The Cambir (An Campar).
Village Bay from the side of Ruabhal, Hirta The military encampment is noticeable and this image was taken when the North Uist Rocket Range was extensively used by NATO.
Village Bay from the side of Ruabhal, Hirta
The military encampment is noticeable and this image was taken when the North Uist Rocket Range was extensively used by NATO.
Below The Mistress Stone, St Kilda This stone shared with The Lovers Stone a role in proving fidelity in courtship. Village Bay, Hirta is in the background.
Below The Mistress Stone, St Kilda
This stone shared with The Lovers Stone a role in proving fidelity in courtship. Village Bay, Hirta is in the background.
Radar Tracking Station on Mullach Sgar This radar station, located on Mullach Sgar, is one of two stations on the island which serve the South Uist rocket range. They contain equipment which allows them to track test firings on the range by radar, and to record images of missiles in flight. The second radar station on Hirta is located further north, on the summit of Mullach Mòr.
Radar Tracking Station on Mullach Sgar
This radar station, located on Mullach Sgar, is one of two stations on the island which serve the South Uist rocket range. They contain equipment which allows them to track test firings on the range by radar, and to record images of missiles in flight. The second radar station on Hirta is located further north, on the summit of Mullach Mòr.
Former Quarry Site on Hirta
Former Quarry Site on Hirta
Dùn and Hirta A view along the coast of Dùn towards Ruabhal, on the island of Hirta, and the narrow strait (Caolas an Dùin) which separates the two islands. View taken from Bhàga a’ Bhaile (Village Bay).
Dùn and Hirta
A view along the coast of Dùn towards Ruabhal, on the island of Hirta, and the narrow strait (Caolas an Dùin) which separates the two islands. View taken from Bhàga a’ Bhaile (Village Bay).
Hirta, Gob na h-Àirde A small headland which forms the eastern side of Glen Bay on the north coast of Hirta, the principal island of the St Kilda archipelago.
Hirta, Gob na h-Àirde
A small headland which forms the eastern side of Glen Bay on the north coast of Hirta, the principal island of the St Kilda archipelago.
Radar Tracking Station on Mullach Mor This radar station is located on the summit of Mullach Mor. It is one of two radar stations on the island which serve the South Uist rocket range. They contain equipment which allows them to track test firings on the range by radar, and to record images of missiles in flight. The second radar station on Hirta is located further south, on Mullach Sgar (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7366677">NF0998 : Radar Tracking Station on Mullach Sgar</a>).
Radar Tracking Station on Mullach Mor
This radar station is located on the summit of Mullach Mor. It is one of two radar stations on the island which serve the South Uist rocket range. They contain equipment which allows them to track test firings on the range by radar, and to record images of missiles in flight. The second radar station on Hirta is located further south, on Mullach Sgar (NF0998 : Radar Tracking Station on Mullach Sgar).
Abhainn Mhòr, Hirta Flowing past the western end of the old village.
Abhainn Mhòr, Hirta
Flowing past the western end of the old village.
Abhainn Mhòr With some of the maintained cleits along the banks.
Abhainn Mhòr
With some of the maintained cleits along the banks.
Soay Sheep, Hirta A very old lineage of sheep, living wild on Hirta and Soay. They are tagged to monitor population fluctuations, which can be quite rapid.
Soay Sheep, Hirta
A very old lineage of sheep, living wild on Hirta and Soay. They are tagged to monitor population fluctuations, which can be quite rapid.
Abhainn Mhòr, Hirta
Abhainn Mhòr, Hirta
Former village, Hirta With Soay Sheep now roaming free on what were the farmed fields.
Former village, Hirta
With Soay Sheep now roaming free on what were the farmed fields.
St Kilda - Trig point below Conachair summit This trig point is located high up on the southern slopes of Conachair. Sadly there was no view on this day with a visibility of around twenty yards and driving fine rain so it wasn't a place to linger.
St Kilda - Trig point below Conachair summit
This trig point is located high up on the southern slopes of Conachair. Sadly there was no view on this day with a visibility of around twenty yards and driving fine rain so it wasn't a place to linger.
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Cnoc Sgar is located at Grid Ref: NF0899 (Lat: 57.809352, Lng: -8.5887209)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Located within 500m of 57.809352,-8.5887209
Geo na Ba Glaise
Place: locality
Source: npe
Lat/Long: 57.8088539/-8.5968389
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Rudha Mhurich
Place: locality
Source: npe
Wikidata: Q24677214
Lat/Long: 57.8065618/-8.5840731
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Mullach Sgar
Ele: 252
Natural: peak
Source: npe
Wikidata: Q24677212
Lat/Long: 57.809537/-8.5884114
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