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Cnoc an Teine

Hill, Mountain in Ross-shire

Scotland

Cnoc an Teine

B8011 cut through the hillside By the bottom of Loch Ròg Beag
B8011 cut through the hillside Credit: Jo and Steve Turner

Cnoc an Teine, also known as the "Hill of Fire," is a prominent hill located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated in the Scottish Highlands, it stands at an elevation of approximately 315 meters (1,033 feet) above sea level. The hill is characterized by its distinctive conical shape, making it a notable landmark in the area.

Cnoc an Teine is surrounded by rolling hills and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. From its summit, visitors can enjoy vistas of the nearby Loch Carron, the Torridon Mountains, and the Isle of Skye, providing a magnificent display of Scotland's natural beauty.

The hill is named after its historical association with fire. Legend has it that the hill was the site of ancient ritual fires during pagan times. It is believed that these fires were lit to honor the local gods and to bring good fortune to the community. Today, the name Cnoc an Teine serves as a reminder of this ancient tradition and adds to the hill's allure.

The area surrounding Cnoc an Teine is rich in biodiversity, with a variety of flora and fauna. The hill is home to several species of birds, including raptors such as buzzards and kestrels. During the summer months, wildflowers dot the hillside, adding color to the landscape.

Cnoc an Teine attracts outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and nature lovers who come to explore its scenic trails. The hill offers a range of hiking options, from gentle walks to more challenging routes for experienced climbers. It provides an opportunity for visitors to immerse themselves in the tranquility of the Scottish Highlands and experience the beauty of nature firsthand.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 58.112822/-6.8507049 or Grid Reference NB1424. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

B8011 cut through the hillside By the bottom of Loch Ròg Beag
B8011 cut through the hillside
By the bottom of Loch Ròg Beag
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.
Loch Ruadh Loch Ruadh on route to Beinn Mothal.
Loch Ruadh
Loch Ruadh on route to Beinn Mothal.
Caultrashal Mor [Coltraiseal Mòr] Caultrashal Mor [Coltraiseal Mòr] summit cairn looking towards Caultrashal Beag [Coltraiseal Beag]. Third of four HuMPs today with Michael Earnshaw, Jim Bloomer and Martin Richardson in mixed weather. Name: Caultrashal Mor [Coltraiseal Mòr] Hill number: 1581 Height: 228m / 748ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Ma,2 Grid ref: NB 15875 22787 Summit feature: cairn Drop: 162m Col: 66m NB162258
Caultrashal Mor [Coltraiseal Mòr]
Caultrashal Mor [Coltraiseal Mòr] summit cairn looking towards Caultrashal Beag [Coltraiseal Beag]. Third of four HuMPs today with Michael Earnshaw, Jim Bloomer and Martin Richardson in mixed weather. Name: Caultrashal Mor [Coltraiseal Mòr] Hill number: 1581 Height: 228m / 748ft Area: 24A: Lewis and Nearby Islands Class: Ma,2 Grid ref: NB 15875 22787 Summit feature: cairn Drop: 162m Col: 66m NB162258
Weir View A view across Loch Morsgail towards Loidse Mhorsgail.
Weir View
A view across Loch Morsgail towards Loidse Mhorsgail.
River Morsgail The River Morsgail divides again to form another island.
River Morsgail
The River Morsgail divides again to form another island.
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.
Heading For Loch Ruah Descending from Coltraiseal Beag heading for Loch Ruadh and then Ben Mohal [Beinn Mothal].
Heading For Loch Ruah
Descending from Coltraiseal Beag heading for Loch Ruadh and then Ben Mohal [Beinn Mothal].
Fence to the south of Loch Gainmhich, Isle of Lewis The highest hill in the background is Stulabhal. Although not particularly new looking, the fence is not currently shown on the OS map (as viewed on OS Maps 23/09/16).
Fence to the south of Loch Gainmhich, Isle of Lewis
The highest hill in the background is Stulabhal. Although not particularly new looking, the fence is not currently shown on the OS map (as viewed on OS Maps 23/09/16).
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...
Road leading to Mhorsgail Lodge
Road leading to Mhorsgail Lodge
Drystone wall A fragment of drystone walling above Loch Morsgail.
Drystone wall
A fragment of drystone walling above Loch Morsgail.
Summit of Coltraiseal Mor Looking eastward over the sodden wilderness of the Langabhat basin. (Loch Langabhat is one of those wonderful multilingual tautologies, Bhat/vat is old Norse for Loch)
Summit of Coltraiseal Mor
Looking eastward over the sodden wilderness of the Langabhat basin. (Loch Langabhat is one of those wonderful multilingual tautologies, Bhat/vat is old Norse for Loch)
Loch Morsgail Hill loch to the south of the Uig road, and on the edge of some wild remote country.
Loch Morsgail
Hill loch to the south of the Uig road, and on the edge of some wild remote country.
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.
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Cnoc an Teine is located at Grid Ref: NB1424 (Lat: 58.112822, Lng: -6.8507049)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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