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Cnoc na Glas-aibhne

Hill, Mountain in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Cnoc na Glas-aibhne

The road to the Benbecula dump This is the approach to the island's recycling centre and municipal waste. Ruabhal, 124 metres high and Benbecula's highest peak, lies ahead.
The road to the Benbecula dump Credit: Gordon Brown

Cnoc na Glas-aibhne is a prominent hill located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. Standing at an elevation of approximately 712 meters (2,336 feet), it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The hill is situated within the expansive Cairngorms National Park, which is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

The name "Cnoc na Glas-aibhne" translates to "Hill of the Green River" in Gaelic, referencing the nearby River Glass that flows through the region. The hill is characterized by its steep slopes and craggy terrain, making it a popular destination for hikers and mountaineers seeking a challenging yet rewarding ascent.

The summit of Cnoc na Glas-aibhne provides an unparalleled vantage point, allowing visitors to admire the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands. On clear days, it is possible to see as far as the distant peaks of the Grampian Mountains and the shimmering waters of nearby Loch Morlich.

The hill is also home to a rich variety of flora and fauna, with heather-covered slopes and scattered birch trees dotting the landscape. Wildlife enthusiasts may be fortunate enough to spot native species such as red deer, golden eagles, and mountain hares during their visit.

Access to Cnoc na Glas-aibhne is facilitated by well-marked trails, although caution is advised due to the challenging nature of the terrain. Proper hiking equipment and navigation skills are essential for those planning to explore this magnificent hill.

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Cnoc na Glas-aibhne Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.442252/-7.3138179 or Grid Reference NF8151. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The road to the Benbecula dump This is the approach to the island's recycling centre and municipal waste. Ruabhal, 124 metres high and Benbecula's highest peak, lies ahead.
The road to the Benbecula dump
This is the approach to the island's recycling centre and municipal waste. Ruabhal, 124 metres high and Benbecula's highest peak, lies ahead.
Flag irises and Loch Ba Una By the track to Sgaraileod.
Flag irises and Loch Ba Una
By the track to Sgaraileod.
The track to Sgaraileod Loch Ba Una to the right.
The track to Sgaraileod
Loch Ba Una to the right.
The track to Sgaraileod The island-dotted Loch Heirmeadail ahead to the right.
The track to Sgaraileod
The island-dotted Loch Heirmeadail ahead to the right.
Loch Ba Una
Loch Ba Una
Loch Theirmeadail This photo was taken on my visit to Ruaval (Ruabhal), the highest point on Benbecula. The hills in the far distance comprise the Hecla / Beinn Mhor group, about 20km away on South Uist.
Loch Theirmeadail
This photo was taken on my visit to Ruaval (Ruabhal), the highest point on Benbecula. The hills in the far distance comprise the Hecla / Beinn Mhor group, about 20km away on South Uist.
The end of the walk from Ruaval (Ruabhal) ! Even in the Outer Hebrides, rubbish has to go somewhere. This site is, from most perspectives, quite unobtrusive: and, importantly, it does not obstruct access to Ruaval, the highest point of Benbecula.
The end of the walk from Ruaval (Ruabhal) !
Even in the Outer Hebrides, rubbish has to go somewhere. This site is, from most perspectives, quite unobtrusive: and, importantly, it does not obstruct access to Ruaval, the highest point of Benbecula.
Griminish: Benbecula parish church Situated centrally on the island, this church is dated AD1885 below the little tower.
Griminish: Benbecula parish church
Situated centrally on the island, this church is dated AD1885 below the little tower.
Benbecula War Memorial See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4244201">NF8051 : Benbecula War Memorial</a> and <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://warmemscot.s4.bizhat.com/warmemscot-post-31198.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://warmemscot.s4.bizhat.com/warmemscot-post-31198.html">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>
Benbecula War Memorial
See also NF8051 : Benbecula War Memorial and LinkExternal link
Benbecula War Memorial A sadly high number of Great War casualties, given the size of the island. Mostly Cameron Highlanders, the various battalions of which took part in most of the major battles of the war. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4244159">NF8051 : Benbecula War Memorial</a> and <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://warmemscot.s4.bizhat.com/warmemscot-post-31198.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://warmemscot.s4.bizhat.com/warmemscot-post-31198.html">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>
Benbecula War Memorial
A sadly high number of Great War casualties, given the size of the island. Mostly Cameron Highlanders, the various battalions of which took part in most of the major battles of the war. See also NF8051 : Benbecula War Memorial and LinkExternal link
Loch Olabhat Loch Olavat for those of us with no Gaelic. Like many lochs on Benbecula it is difficult to say where the loch ends and the surrounding bog begins, squelch! The white specks in the foreground are water lilies.
Loch Olabhat
Loch Olavat for those of us with no Gaelic. Like many lochs on Benbecula it is difficult to say where the loch ends and the surrounding bog begins, squelch! The white specks in the foreground are water lilies.
Modern South Uist house Moss Cottage seen across Loch a' Ghara chruaidh.
Modern South Uist house
Moss Cottage seen across Loch a' Ghara chruaidh.
Loch Mhic Mharcuis
Loch Mhic Mharcuis
On Ruabhal Ruabhal is the Ben in Benbecula. The only hill of any size on the island. It's an easy walk up from just past the island's landfill site and gives a lovely view over the Uists.
On Ruabhal
Ruabhal is the Ben in Benbecula. The only hill of any size on the island. It's an easy walk up from just past the island's landfill site and gives a lovely view over the Uists.
Looking West from the A851 In the mid foreground is Loch Olabhat and in the distance Griminis. Neither of which are really the subject. It's really just the view.
Looking West from the A851
In the mid foreground is Loch Olabhat and in the distance Griminis. Neither of which are really the subject. It's really just the view.
Fishing Boat On the shore of Loch Olabhat (Olavat) looking towards the hills of South Uist.
Fishing Boat
On the shore of Loch Olabhat (Olavat) looking towards the hills of South Uist.
Lochs and Moorland Island scattered lochs and moorland in the centre of Benbecula with South Uist in the background.
Lochs and Moorland
Island scattered lochs and moorland in the centre of Benbecula with South Uist in the background.
There's lovely for you! Typical Benbecula (Benbeculan, Benbeculaianian??) flora along the eastern shore of Loch nan Clach Corr.
There's lovely for you!
Typical Benbecula (Benbeculan, Benbeculaianian??) flora along the eastern shore of Loch nan Clach Corr.
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Cnoc na Glas-aibhne is located at Grid Ref: NF8151 (Lat: 57.442252, Lng: -7.3138179)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///clusters.inflame.bathtubs. Near Balivanich, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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Loch nan Clachan Loch na Glas-aibhne Benbecula Cnoc na Glas-aibhne

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