Cnoc na Brathain

Hill, Mountain in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Cnoc na Brathain

Peaty pool by the roadside Cotton grass by the roadside, looking south east towards the hills beyond Lochmaddy. — Peaty pool by the roadside Credit: Gordon Hatton

Cnoc na Brathain is a prominent hill located in the Inverness-shire region of Scotland. Rising to a height of approximately 425 meters (1,394 feet), it offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Situated near the village of Fort Augustus, Cnoc na Brathain is part of the wider Glen Morangie range, which is known for its rugged and picturesque landscapes. The hill is characterized by its gently sloping terrain, covered in heather and grasses, making it relatively accessible for walkers of varying abilities.

To reach the summit of Cnoc na Brathain, there are several well-defined hiking trails that wind their way up the hill. These trails vary in difficulty, with some offering a more challenging ascent, while others provide a more leisurely route. Along the way, walkers can expect to encounter diverse flora and fauna, including wildflowers, native bird species, and perhaps even the occasional deer.

On clear days, the views from the top of Cnoc na Brathain are truly breathtaking. From this vantage point, visitors can marvel at the sweeping vistas of the Great Glen, with its shimmering lochs and rolling hills stretching out in all directions. The nearby Loch Ness is also visible, adding to the allure of the landscape.

Cnoc na Brathain is not only a haven for nature lovers but also offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as photography, birdwatching, and picnicking. Its close proximity to Fort Augustus means that amenities, including parking facilities and accommodation, are readily available for those wishing to explore this beautiful hill and its surroundings.

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Cnoc na Brathain Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.644336/-7.1624566 or Grid Reference NF9273. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Peaty pool by the roadside

Cotton grass by the roadside, looking south east towards the hills beyond Lochmaddy.

Gordon Hatton

Peat stacks at Stolie

Moorland dropping gently to a tidal channel, with Beinn Mhor in the distance.

Gordon Hatton

Tidal channels and mud flats

Having squeezed into a corner of this square, further progress across the tidal mud flats would appear to be a foolish move. The unnamed islet some 150m away is, according to the OS map, surrounded by sand. In reality it appears to be a rather sicky mud.

Gordon Hatton

A maze of muddy channels

Looking east from the Rubha Dubh promontory across a maze of muddy channels, exposed rocks and little islands.

Gordon Hatton

Tidal channel from Rubha Dubh

There's a maze of muddy tidal channels here. The OS map indicates sand, but only the foolish, or those with chest waders would be tempted to cross these muddy channels.

Gordon Hatton

Tidal channel between Aird Innis and Aird nan Laogh

Seen close to low tide. Aird Innis, almost a separate island is on the far side of the mud.

John Allan

Tidal channel between Aird Innis and Aird nan Laogh

Seen close to low tide. Aird Innis, almost a separate island is on the far side of the mud.

John Allan

Peat Bank

By the Lochportain road.

Dave Fergusson

Loch Dheoir

From the Lochportain road.

Dave Fergusson

Open Moorland

Looking towards houses at Braigh Chalasaigh.

Dave Fergusson

Croft at Greanacleit

By the Lochportain road.

Dave Fergusson

Loch Dheoir

In the distance can be seen Li a Tuath (250m), Li a Deas (281m) and Eabhal (347m)

Stuart Wilding

Loch Dheoir

In the distance can be seen Li a Tuath (250m), Li a Deas (281m) and Eabhal (347m)

Stuart Wilding

Loch Siginis

In the distance can be seen Li a Tuath (250m), Li a Deas (281m), Eabhal (347m) and, on South Uist, Thacla (606m)

Stuart Wilding

Electricity Pole

Crossing the soggy peat, as seen at the forefront of the photograph

Stuart Wilding

Tidal rapid draining Loch Dheoir

Behind Lochmaddy is an area of shallow lagoons filled and drained by the tides each day. Where the tide runs between the rocks, tidal rapids are formed like this one in a narrows which drains Loch Dheoir towards Loch Blathaisbhal during the ebb.

Andy Waddington

Greanacleit

Elder flowers are a fairly unusual sight here; these are on the shore of an unnamed lochan at Greanacleit. The distinctive shape of Crògearraidh Mòr is in the distance.

Anne Burgess