Aird nan Sgalag

Hill, Mountain in Ross-shire

Scotland

Aird nan Sgalag

Lazy Beds at TrÃ igh na Beirigh Ridges formed by hand digging of fields. These one are unusual in that some of the ridges are lined with small stones. — Lazy Beds at TrÃ igh na Beirigh Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Aird nan Sgalag is a prominent hill located in the county of Ross-shire in the Scottish Highlands. It is situated in the northwest part of the county, near the village of Aultbea. The hill is part of the breathtaking landscape of the Torridon Mountain Range, known for its rugged terrain and stunning vistas.

Standing at an elevation of approximately 563 meters (1,847 feet), Aird nan Sgalag offers magnificent panoramic views of the surrounding area. On a clear day, visitors can enjoy vistas of the nearby Loch Ewe, the Isle of Skye, and the distant mountains of Torridon.

The hill is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, who are drawn to its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The ascent of Aird nan Sgalag is relatively moderate, making it accessible to a wide range of abilities. The path to the summit is well-defined, although caution is advised as the terrain can be uneven and slippery in certain areas.

Wildlife is abundant in the area surrounding Aird nan Sgalag, with red deer, golden eagles, and mountain hares being commonly spotted. The hill is also home to a variety of plant species, including heather and juniper.

Overall, Aird nan Sgalag is a captivating hill that offers visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the stunning Scottish Highlands landscape and enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding area.

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Aird nan Sgalag Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.200751/-6.955328 or Grid Reference NB0834. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lazy Beds at TrÃ igh na Beirigh

Ridges formed by hand digging of fields. These one are unusual in that some of the ridges are lined with small stones.

Sandy Gerrard

An SÃ¹ileachan Monument

A monument to the Lewis land clearances Link

Sandy Gerrard

A slipway in Loch Miabhaig

Alan Reid

A slipway in Loch Miabhaig

Alan Reid

A' Bheirigh from Suaineabhal

Mike Dunn

Lochan at Cragavig

An old boundary wall snakes across the moorland

Alan Reid

Cerishader: postbox № HS2 158

A small postbox on the B8011, with its back to Loch Ròg. It is emptied at 9 o'clock each morning, except Sunday.

Chris Downer

Riof

Mick Garratt

A' Bheirigh

Mick Garratt

Carishader postbox

The sea inlet is part of Loch Ròg.

Alan Reid

Old black house walls, Cairisiadar

Looking up An Gleann Ruadh.

Alan Reid

Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 5

Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks. Following several wet days, a waterfall is draining the moor above.

Anne Burgess

Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 6

Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks. At this point, the glen steps down from its winding upper course through a rock fall to the much straighter lower course.

Anne Burgess

Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 7

Gleann Bhaltois is a spectacular example of a glacial meltwater channel. At the end of the last Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago, there is thought to have been a lake where Uig Bay now lies, dammed by ice to the west. The outlet from the lake was at the head of what is now Gleann Bhaltois, and carved a deep steep-sided glen, exploiting a fault line in the rocks. From this point, the glen follows the straight line of the fault. The classic and diagnostic feature of a meltwater channel, well seen in this view, is that the stream it contains is too small to have carved it in the first place.

Anne Burgess

Gleann Bhaltois (Glen Valtos) 7

Anne Burgess

Name That Tune

This cheerful accordionist stands just inside a field by the cattle grid on the B8011 north of Cairisiadar. The label at his feet reads 'Name That Tune'.

Anne Burgess

Cairisiadar (Carishader)

Though the B8011 has been much improved, there are still some single-track stretches, notably where it crosses narrow bridges which have not been rebuilt, as here at Cairisiadar.

Anne Burgess

Miabhaig harbour pontoon

View from RIB afloat to pontoon at Miabhaig, Ceann A Tuath Na Hearadh (North Harris). Compare to NB0934 : Miabhaig Jetty taken by Dave Fergusson on 1 Oct 2007.

Hazel Hambidge

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Aird nan Sgalag is located at Grid Ref: NB0834 (Lat: 58.200751, Lng: -6.955328)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands