Cnoc an Òis

Hill, Mountain in Ross-shire

Scotland

Cnoc an Òis

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

Cnoc an Òis is a prominent hill located in the county of Ross-shire, in the Scottish Highlands. It is situated approximately 10 miles northwest of the town of Dingwall and stands at an elevation of 1,785 feet (544 meters). The hill is part of a range known as the Strathconon Hills, which are renowned for their stunning natural beauty and rugged terrain.

Cnoc an Òis offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the nearby mountains of Ben Wyvis and Beinn Dearg. The hill is covered in heather and grass, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape, particularly during the summer months. It is also home to a variety of wildlife, including red deer and numerous bird species, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

Access to Cnoc an Òis is relatively straightforward, with a well-marked path leading to the summit. The hike is of moderate difficulty, requiring a reasonable level of fitness and proper hiking equipment. Along the way, hikers can expect to encounter rocky outcrops and steep sections, adding to the sense of adventure and challenge.

Cnoc an Òis is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hillwalking and photography. Its location in the heart of the Scottish Highlands offers visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in the stunning natural beauty of the area. Whether it be for a challenging hike or simply to enjoy the breathtaking views, Cnoc an Òis is a must-visit for anyone exploring the Ross-shire region.

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Cnoc an Òis Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.125819/-6.8483775 or Grid Reference NB1425. 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.

Colin Smith

B8011 cut through the hillside

By the bottom of Loch Ròg Beag

Jo and Steve Turner

Gisla Power Station

A small hydroelectric power station, using water piped from Loch Coirceabhat.

David Martin

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

Rude Health

View From Bridge

View from the road bridge towards Loch Rog Beag.

Rude Health

Loch Ruadh

Loch Ruadh on route to Beinn Mothal.

Rude Health

Heading For Loch Ruah

Descending from Coltraiseal Beag heading for Loch Ruadh and then Ben Mohal [Beinn Mothal].

Rude Health

Old road bridge at Giosla

Peter Moore

Loch SÃ¹rstabhat 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 !

Andy Waddington

Sunset over Loch SÃ¹rstabhat

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...

Andy Waddington