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Cnoc na Cloiche

Hill, Mountain in Ross-shire

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Cnoc na Cloiche

West coast of Great Bernera This is the west side of a spit of land extending south of Tobson. The ground is rocky with a thin covering of grass. In the distance, on the left is the tip of the island of Pabaigh Mor .. and on the right Geodha Mor (west of Tobson).
West coast of Great Bernera Credit: Rob Burke

Cnoc na Cloiche is a prominent hill located in Ross-shire, in the Scottish Highlands. It is situated in the northwest of Scotland, near the village of Achnasheen. With an elevation of approximately 473 meters (1,552 feet), it is considered a mountain by some classifications and a hill by others.

The hill is characterized by its distinctive conical shape, which stands out amidst the surrounding landscape. Its slopes are covered in heather and grass, providing a rich habitat for various plants and wildlife. The hill offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, including nearby lochs and mountains.

Cnoc na Cloiche is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. There are several routes leading to the summit, varying in difficulty and length. The most commonly used path starts in Achnasheen and follows a well-marked trail that gradually ascends the hill. Along the way, walkers can enjoy the stunning scenery and observe the local flora and fauna.

Reaching the summit offers a rewarding experience, as visitors are rewarded with panoramic views of the surrounding area. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the Isle of Skye and the Outer Hebrides.

Overall, Cnoc na Cloiche is a picturesque and accessible hill/mountain that offers a memorable outdoor experience for those seeking to explore the natural beauty of Ross-shire and the Scottish Highlands.

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Cnoc na Cloiche Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.228476/-6.865951 or Grid Reference NB1436. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

West coast of Great Bernera This is the west side of a spit of land extending south of Tobson. The ground is rocky with a thin covering of grass. In the distance, on the left is the tip of the island of Pabaigh Mor .. and on the right Geodha Mor (west of Tobson).
West coast of Great Bernera
This is the west side of a spit of land extending south of Tobson. The ground is rocky with a thin covering of grass. In the distance, on the left is the tip of the island of Pabaigh Mor .. and on the right Geodha Mor (west of Tobson).
Camas Sanndaig Looking across the bay. In the distance is the low island of Pabaigh Mor with the headland of Bhaltos beyond. A bundle of fencing wire is abandoned in the rocky gully above the sea.
Camas Sanndaig
Looking across the bay. In the distance is the low island of Pabaigh Mor with the headland of Bhaltos beyond. A bundle of fencing wire is abandoned in the rocky gully above the sea.
Beach north of Bhalasaigh
Beach north of Bhalasaigh
Sea loch west of Loch Veiravat Although it isn't obvious from here, this is the start of a long channel that leads out to the sea.
Sea loch west of Loch Veiravat
Although it isn't obvious from here, this is the start of a long channel that leads out to the sea.
Moorland and loch on Great Bernera The loch is unnamed on the map, but the Allt Loch an Fheoir flows into it, so this must be Loch an Fheoir. The houses in the distance are on the road south of Bhalasaigh.
Moorland and loch on Great Bernera
The loch is unnamed on the map, but the Allt Loch an Fheoir flows into it, so this must be Loch an Fheoir. The houses in the distance are on the road south of Bhalasaigh.
Waymarked coastal walk There are clear waymarks on the route from the community centre to Bosta on Great Bernera. Return by the same route or on the road.
Waymarked coastal walk
There are clear waymarks on the route from the community centre to Bosta on Great Bernera. Return by the same route or on the road.
Bridge at Bhalasaigh Looking back to the road end on the main island of Great Bernera.
Bridge at Bhalasaigh
Looking back to the road end on the main island of Great Bernera.
West coast of Great Bernera A complicated coastline with many interesting features.
West coast of Great Bernera
A complicated coastline with many interesting features.
War Memorial, Breacleit The memorial stands on a mound at the crossroads in the centre of Breacleit / Breaclete, the capital of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. On the skyline is the Bernera Community Centre. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">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>
War Memorial, Breacleit
The memorial stands on a mound at the crossroads in the centre of Breacleit / Breaclete, the capital of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. On the skyline is the Bernera Community Centre. LinkExternal link
Breacleit, Bernera Summer flowers, church and school in the village centre. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">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>
Breacleit, Bernera
Summer flowers, church and school in the village centre. LinkExternal link
Loch Ionail Freshwater loch on the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">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>
Loch Ionail
Freshwater loch on the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. LinkExternal link
Tob Bhalasaigh Tidal lagoon with a mix of rare seaweeds on Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">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>
Tob Bhalasaigh
Tidal lagoon with a mix of rare seaweeds on Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. LinkExternal link
Valasay Bridge Carrying the single track road across an outlet of the tidal lagoon, Tob Bhalasaigh on Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">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>
Valasay Bridge
Carrying the single track road across an outlet of the tidal lagoon, Tob Bhalasaigh on Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. LinkExternal link
Shoreline at Tob Bhalasaigh Rocks and heather at the edge of the tidal lagoon in Valasay. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">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>
Shoreline at Tob Bhalasaigh
Rocks and heather at the edge of the tidal lagoon in Valasay. LinkExternal link
Valasay Footbridge The bridge across the tidal Tob Bhalasaigh was built in 1898. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">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>
Valasay Footbridge
The bridge across the tidal Tob Bhalasaigh was built in 1898. LinkExternal link
Tidal Lagoon, Valasay Tob Bhalasaigh, on the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">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>
Tidal Lagoon, Valasay
Tob Bhalasaigh, on the island of Great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. LinkExternal link
Tob Bhalasaigh from the Footbridge View northwards, along the narrow tidal lagoon, to Tobson 2 kilometres away in the distance.
Tob Bhalasaigh from the Footbridge
View northwards, along the narrow tidal lagoon, to Tobson 2 kilometres away in the distance.
Poll Ula On the indistinct coastal path along the west coast of great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Well placed wooden marker posts are easy to follow. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.uigandbernera.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.uigandbernera.com/">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>
Poll Ula
On the indistinct coastal path along the west coast of great Bernera / Bearnaraigh. Well placed wooden marker posts are easy to follow. LinkExternal link
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Cnoc na Cloiche is located at Grid Ref: NB1436 (Lat: 58.228476, Lng: -6.865951)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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