Àird Chollaim

Hill, Mountain in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Àird Chollaim

Kirk at Stocanais The sign on the wall says that this is the Stockinish meeting house of the North Harris Free Presbyterian Church. — Kirk at Stocanais Credit: Anne Burgess

Àird Chollaim, located in Inverness-shire, is a prominent hill/mountain that offers breathtaking views and outdoor recreational opportunities. Situated in the Scottish Highlands, this natural wonder stands tall at an elevation of approximately 561 meters (1,841 feet) above sea level.

With its commanding presence, Àird Chollaim boasts a distinctive rugged terrain characterized by steep slopes and rocky outcrops. Its summit is adorned with a trig point, providing a convenient marker for hikers and climbers. The ascent to the top can be challenging, but the reward is a panoramic vista of the surrounding landscape, including the Great Glen and Loch Ness.

The hill/mountain is nestled within a region renowned for its natural beauty and is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. It offers a range of activities such as hillwalking, mountaineering, and wildlife spotting. The heather-clad slopes attract a variety of bird species, including golden eagles, peregrine falcons, and ptarmigans, making it a birdwatcher's paradise.

In addition to its natural beauty, Àird Chollaim holds historical and cultural significance. The area is steeped in folklore and legends, with tales of ancient battles and mythical creatures adding to its allure. The hill/mountain also forms part of the West Highland Way, a long-distance trail that traverses the Highlands, attracting trekkers from around the world.

Whether exploring its challenging trails, soaking in the breathtaking vistas, or immersing oneself in the rich history and folklore, Àird Chollaim offers an unforgettable experience for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

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Àird Chollaim Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.82609/-6.7967264 or Grid Reference NG1591. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Kirk at Stocanais

The sign on the wall says that this is the Stockinish meeting house of the North Harris Free Presbyterian Church.

Anne Burgess

White Water-lily (Nymphaea alba)

I always associate water-lilies with the lochans of eastern Harris, and was glad to find some still in flower in August, as I have only ever been to na h-Eileanan an Iar in spring and early summer before.

Anne Burgess

Loch a' Chaolais

This lochan is well covered with the floating leaves of the White Water-lily (Nymphaea alba).

Anne Burgess

Loch Chliuthair

This inlet opens in to Loch Cluer, another of the eastern Harris sea-lochs.

Anne Burgess

Loch Cluer

Loch Chliuthair in Gaelic takes its name from the village of Cliuthar, anglicised as Cluer.

Anne Burgess

Collam

A handful of houses beside Loch Ghreosabhaigh.

Anne Burgess

Fish Farm

In the outer part of Loch Ghreosabhagh. I take it that the poles and nets are to discourage birds form taking the fish.

Anne Burgess

Lochan near Greosabhagh

A lochan liberally sprinkled with water-lily leaves.

Anne Burgess

Loch Harmasaig

Most of this loch is hidden behind the knoll on the left.

Anne Burgess

Loch nan Uidhean

Typical 'Cnoc and Lochan' topography, with a small loch hemmed in by steeply dipping hummocky Lewisian gneiss.

Anne Burgess

Nameless Lochan

That is to say, the map doesn't name it.

Anne Burgess

Loch Harmasaig

Gordon Brown

Rough ground at Druim nan-Uidhean

Gordon Brown

Old pontoon equipment at Loch Harmasaig

Gordon Brown

The road to Greosabhagh

A typical East Harris view - water and rock, rock and water. Shots of parts of the island were used by Stanley Kubrick as the surface of Jupiter in the film 2001: A Space Odyssey.

Gordon Brown