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Cnoc nan Caorach Àrd

Hill, Mountain in Ross-shire

Scotland

Cnoc nan Caorach Àrd

Gisla Power Station Small HEP station on the western shore of Loch Rog Beag at Giosla.
Gisla Power Station Credit: Colin Smith

Cnoc nan Caorach Àrd is a prominent hill located in the county of Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated in the rugged and picturesque Scottish Highlands, it lies approximately 10 miles northwest of the town of Ullapool. With an elevation of 423 meters (1,389 feet), it is classified as a hill rather than a mountain.

The hill is characterized by its distinctive conical shape, which makes it easily recognizable in the surrounding landscape. Its slopes are covered in heather and grass, providing a rich habitat for various species of wildlife, including red deer, mountain hares, and various bird species.

Cnoc nan Caorach Àrd offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, with vistas stretching across the nearby lochs and glens. On a clear day, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the Isle of Lewis to the northwest.

Access to the hill is relatively straightforward, with a well-defined path leading from a parking area near the village of Elphin. The ascent is moderate in difficulty, making it suitable for walkers of all abilities. The summit offers a small cairn, providing a sense of accomplishment for those who reach it.

Due to its proximity to Ullapool and the stunning natural beauty of the surrounding area, Cnoc nan Caorach Àrd is a popular destination for hillwalkers and nature enthusiasts. It offers a peaceful and serene environment, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the tranquility of the Scottish Highlands.

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Cnoc nan Caorach Àrd Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.123754/-6.8610185 or Grid Reference NB1325. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gisla Power Station Small HEP station on the western shore of Loch Rog Beag at Giosla.
Gisla Power Station
Small HEP station on the western shore of Loch Rog Beag at Giosla.
B8011 cut through the hillside By the bottom of Loch Ròg Beag
B8011 cut through the hillside
By the bottom of Loch Ròg Beag
Gisla Power Station A small hydroelectric power station, using water piped from Loch Coirceabhat.
Gisla Power Station
A small hydroelectric power station, using water piped from Loch Coirceabhat.
Caultrashal Beag [Coltraiseal Beag] First HuMP of four today with Michael Earnshaw, Jim Bloomer and Martin Richardson in mixed weather. Name: Caultrashal Beag [Coltraiseal Beag] Hill number: 4941 Height: 226m / 741ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu,2 Grid ref: NB149241 (est) Drop: 108m Col: 118m NB161233
Caultrashal Beag [Coltraiseal Beag]
First HuMP of four today with Michael Earnshaw, Jim Bloomer and Martin Richardson in mixed weather. Name: Caultrashal Beag [Coltraiseal Beag] Hill number: 4941 Height: 226m / 741ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Hu,2 Grid ref: NB149241 (est) Drop: 108m Col: 118m NB161233
View From Bridge View from the road bridge towards Loch Rog Beag.
View From Bridge
View from the road bridge towards Loch Rog Beag.
River Morsgail View A tributary joins the River Morsgail at a strange angle.
River Morsgail View
A tributary joins the River Morsgail at a strange angle.
Old road bridge at Giosla
Old road bridge at Giosla
The B8011 road from Ardroil An excellent stretch of full width road - the only road which connects Ardroil to the rest of the island.
The B8011 road from Ardroil
An excellent stretch of full width road - the only road which connects Ardroil to the rest of the island.
Rock on moorland near Loch Fuarail, Isle of Lewis Looking towards Loch Fuarail and Coduinn.
Rock on moorland near Loch Fuarail, Isle of Lewis
Looking towards Loch Fuarail and Coduinn.
Loch Sùrstabhat at sunset Although looking almost due north, the sun was setting just off the left of this view, taken after 10 pm (summer time). The sunset hadn't yet developed the spectacular underlit cloudscape that followed 20 minutes or so later, but the little loch caught our eye as we became increasingly distracted from the road looking for a suitable foreground. Fortunately, there are sections of the old road to safely get off the highway and wander about with a camera !
Loch Sùrstabhat at sunset
Although looking almost due north, the sun was setting just off the left of this view, taken after 10 pm (summer time). The sunset hadn't yet developed the spectacular underlit cloudscape that followed 20 minutes or so later, but the little loch caught our eye as we became increasingly distracted from the road looking for a suitable foreground. Fortunately, there are sections of the old road to safely get off the highway and wander about with a camera !
Sunset over Loch Sùrstabhat As the sky cleared from the west, the sun started to underlight the cloud cover as we passed by the upper end of Loch Sùrstabhat. The perspective and the direction of clearance has produced one of those views where the horizon looks tilted one way when seen "broad-brush" but then seems tilted the other way when the water is looked at more closely. I find the effect somewhat disturbing, but have tried to get the real horizon as level as possible. It's not helped by those electric poles all leaning towards the long span of cable across the loch...
Sunset over Loch Sùrstabhat
As the sky cleared from the west, the sun started to underlight the cloud cover as we passed by the upper end of Loch Sùrstabhat. The perspective and the direction of clearance has produced one of those views where the horizon looks tilted one way when seen "broad-brush" but then seems tilted the other way when the water is looked at more closely. I find the effect somewhat disturbing, but have tried to get the real horizon as level as possible. It's not helped by those electric poles all leaning towards the long span of cable across the loch...
Looking towards Giosla from the B8011
Looking towards Giosla from the B8011
Road leading to Mhorsgail Lodge
Road leading to Mhorsgail Lodge
Giosla Looking towards Giosla across little loch roag
Giosla
Looking towards Giosla across little loch roag
Old road bridge near Giosla. This bridge once carried the B8011 over the river that issues from Loch Morsgail. A new concrete bridge can be seen in the background.
Old road bridge near Giosla.
This bridge once carried the B8011 over the river that issues from Loch Morsgail. A new concrete bridge can be seen in the background.
Power Station at Giosla. This appears to be a small hydro-electric plant using water from Loch More Coirgavat, which is half a mile away and 50 metres higher up the hillside.
Power Station at Giosla.
This appears to be a small hydro-electric plant using water from Loch More Coirgavat, which is half a mile away and 50 metres higher up the hillside.
The old road. This section of the B8011 in West Lewis has now been by passed, so now it just leads to a cottage and the entrance to a private estate road.
The old road.
This section of the B8011 in West Lewis has now been by passed, so now it just leads to a cottage and the entrance to a private estate road.
Highland cattle. Contented cattle near the roadside in West Lewis.
Highland cattle.
Contented cattle near the roadside in West Lewis.
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Cnoc nan Caorach Àrd is located at Grid Ref: NB1325 (Lat: 58.123754, Lng: -6.8610185)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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