Beinn a' Charra

Hill, Mountain in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Beinn a' Charra

The Committee Road Constructed at a time when there was much unemployment, the Committee Road bisects the island and provides a useful short cut from Malacleit to Cladach.
The Committee Road Credit: Gordon Hatton

Beinn a' Charra is a prominent hill located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is part of the Grampian Mountains and sits at an elevation of 1,067 meters (3,501 feet). The hill is situated in a remote and rugged area, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

Beinn a' Charra is known for its challenging ascent, attracting both experienced hikers and mountaineers. The hill is notably steep, with rocky terrain and loose scree making the climb physically demanding. However, the effort is rewarded with stunning panoramic vistas from the summit, including the nearby Glen Strathfarrar and Loch Monar.

The hill is covered in a variety of vegetation, including heather, grasses, and scattered trees at lower altitudes. As the elevation increases, the landscape transforms into a rocky and barren environment, typical of the Scottish Highlands. Wildlife is abundant in the area, with sightings of red deer, mountain hares, and various bird species.

Beinn a' Charra is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, hillwalking, and even winter mountaineering. While it can be challenging, the hill provides a rewarding adventure for those seeking an authentic Scottish outdoor experience.

Access to Beinn a' Charra is typically via the nearby Glen Strathfarrar, where a forestry track leads to the base of the hill. It is advisable to check weather conditions and come prepared with appropriate equipment and clothing due to the changeable weather often experienced in this region.

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Beinn a' Charra Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.597371/-7.3784079 or Grid Reference NF7869. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Committee Road Constructed at a time when there was much unemployment, the Committee Road bisects the island and provides a useful short cut from Malacleit to Cladach.
The Committee Road
Constructed at a time when there was much unemployment, the Committee Road bisects the island and provides a useful short cut from Malacleit to Cladach.
Loch a' Charra A rather insignificant loch in an area of dreary moorland, much used for peat digging.
Loch a' Charra
A rather insignificant loch in an area of dreary moorland, much used for peat digging.
Old trailer on the moor The Committee Road runs past this point with several tracks leading off either side giving access to peat diggings. One would guess that this old trailer was once used to transport the peats.
Old trailer on the moor
The Committee Road runs past this point with several tracks leading off either side giving access to peat diggings. One would guess that this old trailer was once used to transport the peats.
Loch Bruist One of the innumerable small lochs that dot the North Uist landscape.
Loch Bruist
One of the innumerable small lochs that dot the North Uist landscape.
An Carra, Beinn A' Charra standing stone Large standing stone. There are extensive views to the south. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/9978/north-uist-an-carra-beinn-a-charra" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/9978/north-uist-an-carra-beinn-a-charra">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>
An Carra, Beinn A' Charra standing stone
Large standing stone. There are extensive views to the south. LinkExternal link
Looking SW from Guala na h-Imrich A rather featureless hillside frequented by sheep. The view is down hill towards the Occupation Road and Lochs Charra and Horasaraidh.
Looking SW from Guala na h-Imrich
A rather featureless hillside frequented by sheep. The view is down hill towards the Occupation Road and Lochs Charra and Horasaraidh.
Big red bull with lady friends A big red bull [shorthorn?] with highland cows by Loch a' Chlamhain.
Big red bull with lady friends
A big red bull [shorthorn?] with highland cows by Loch a' Chlamhain.
Handsome beast by the loch A dark coloured highland cow by Loch a' Chlamhain.
Handsome beast by the loch
A dark coloured highland cow by Loch a' Chlamhain.
Loch Feirma
Loch Feirma
Peat Stack on the Moor Peat stack drying in the sun and wind, on an area of moorland much used for peat digging.
Peat Stack on the Moor
Peat stack drying in the sun and wind, on an area of moorland much used for peat digging.
moorland and Lochan, North Uist An unnamed lochan and a view towards Eaval.
moorland and Lochan, North Uist
An unnamed lochan and a view towards Eaval.
Standing Stone
Standing Stone
Loch Bruist One of the three lochs in the grid square.
Loch Bruist
One of the three lochs in the grid square.
Lower slopes of Beinn a' Charra Only a small hill, but does stand out from the general flatness.
Lower slopes of Beinn a' Charra
Only a small hill, but does stand out from the general flatness.
Peat cuttings near Loch Mhic Gillebhride The exposed peat bank can be seen in the background. The drying stacks are quite small, as seems usual in the area.
Peat cuttings near Loch Mhic Gillebhride
The exposed peat bank can be seen in the background. The drying stacks are quite small, as seems usual in the area.
Old track from Bayhead to Solas Beside the Abhainn Horasaraidh, looking towards Beinn á Charra. The track peters out after here, alas.
Old track from Bayhead to Solas
Beside the Abhainn Horasaraidh, looking towards Beinn á Charra. The track peters out after here, alas.
Guala na h-Imrich This 114m hill is a very minor outlier to the WSW of Maireaval, North Uist.
Guala na h-Imrich
This 114m hill is a very minor outlier to the WSW of Maireaval, North Uist.
Southwest down the upper part of Maireabhal Looking southwest across the extensive moorland, towards the coast near Chirceboist.
Southwest down the upper part of Maireabhal
Looking southwest across the extensive moorland, towards the coast near Chirceboist.
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Beinn a' Charra is located at Grid Ref: NF7869 (Lat: 57.597371, Lng: -7.3784079)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Located within 500m of 57.597371,-7.3784079
Beinn a' Charra
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 57.5973/-7.3811388
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 57.5993721/-7.3853994
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 57.59848/-7.3863772
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