Cnoc na Buaile Mòra

Hill, Mountain in Ross-shire

Scotland

Cnoc na Buaile Mòra

Dun in Loch an Dùnain Relatively well preserved dun close to the main road <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/4092/lewis-loch-an-duin" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/4092/lewis-loch-an-duin">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>
Dun in Loch an Dùnain Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Cnoc na Buaile Mòra, also known as the Hill of the Great Fold, is a prominent hill located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is situated on the western coast of Scotland, near the village of Achiltibuie and overlooks the beautiful Loch Broom.

Standing at an elevation of approximately 552 meters (1,811 feet), Cnoc na Buaile Mòra offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Its distinctive shape and rugged terrain make it a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers.

The hill is characterized by its rocky slopes, heather-covered moorland, and undulating ridges. It is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including mountain hares, red deer, and a diverse range of bird species. The hillside is adorned with colorful wildflowers during the spring and summer months, adding to its natural beauty.

Cnoc na Buaile Mòra provides a challenging yet rewarding hiking experience. There are several well-marked trails that lead to the summit, allowing visitors to explore the hill at their own pace. The ascent can be steep in some sections, but the effort is well worth it for the stunning views that await at the top.

The hill also holds historical significance, with ancient settlements and burial sites dating back thousands of years. These archaeological remains contribute to the cultural heritage of the area and provide insights into the lives of past inhabitants.

Overall, Cnoc na Buaile Mòra is a majestic and captivating landmark in Ross-shire, offering a combination of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and cultural heritage for visitors to enjoy.

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Cnoc na Buaile Mòra Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.244994/-6.7958972 or Grid Reference NB1838. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dun in Loch an Dùnain Relatively well preserved dun close to the main road <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/4092/lewis-loch-an-duin" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/4092/lewis-loch-an-duin">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>
Dun in Loch an Dùnain
Relatively well preserved dun close to the main road LinkExternal link
Doune Braes Hotel
Doune Braes Hotel
Loch an Dùnain
Loch an Dùnain
Isle of Lewis, Loch an Dùnain
Isle of Lewis, Loch an Dùnain
View towards Tolsta Chaolais
View towards Tolsta Chaolais
West Point
West Point
The Road to Tolsta Chaolais
The Road to Tolsta Chaolais
Old hardstandings at Tob Blar Meadha Abandoned lobster loading hardstandings at the lobster pond.
Old hardstandings at Tob Blar Meadha
Abandoned lobster loading hardstandings at the lobster pond.
Port a' Chaoil Stream flowing from Loch a' Bhaile enters Loch Rog an Ear, a sea loch, at Aird na Moine.
Port a' Chaoil
Stream flowing from Loch a' Bhaile enters Loch Rog an Ear, a sea loch, at Aird na Moine.
Loch a' Bhaile The narrow loch, hemmed in by steep hillsides, flows out into Loch Rog an Ear, a sea loch, via a short river.
Loch a' Bhaile
The narrow loch, hemmed in by steep hillsides, flows out into Loch Rog an Ear, a sea loch, via a short river.
Loch a' Bhaile Loch a' Bhaile & Tolastadh a' Chaolais beyond.
Loch a' Bhaile
Loch a' Bhaile & Tolastadh a' Chaolais beyond.
Tolstachaolais: the post office While many post offices have a buzzer which sounds as the door opens, the postmistress here is alerted to the arrival of customers by the loud bark of the dog tethered to the outside wall.
Tolstachaolais: the post office
While many post offices have a buzzer which sounds as the door opens, the postmistress here is alerted to the arrival of customers by the loud bark of the dog tethered to the outside wall.
Tolstachaolais: along the shore of Loch a' Bhaile Looking across the loch, which runs alongside the road through the village. However, this is the far side that we are looking along.
Tolstachaolais: along the shore of Loch a' Bhaile
Looking across the loch, which runs alongside the road through the village. However, this is the far side that we are looking along.
Tolstachaolais: postbox № HS2 62 This postbox stands more or less in the centre of the village, in front of a house that is set particularly well back from the road. The larger-scale map still marks that house as a post office, although it has actually (as reflected in the 1:50,000 and 1:25,000 map) relocated just over a kilometre to the north - see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3086624">NB1939 : Tolstachaolais: the post office</a>.
Tolstachaolais: postbox № HS2 62
This postbox stands more or less in the centre of the village, in front of a house that is set particularly well back from the road. The larger-scale map still marks that house as a post office, although it has actually (as reflected in the 1:50,000 and 1:25,000 map) relocated just over a kilometre to the north - see NB1939 : Tolstachaolais: the post office.
Tolstachaolais: Loch a’ Bhaile Looking down this loch from its northern end, with the main part of the village visible far right.
Tolstachaolais: Loch a’ Bhaile
Looking down this loch from its northern end, with the main part of the village visible far right.
Tolstachaolais: hillside cows and Bernera view Looking across the sound separating the eastern side of Bernera from the Lewis mainland, beyond three cows grazing on the slopes to the south of Tolstachaolais village.
Tolstachaolais: hillside cows and Bernera view
Looking across the sound separating the eastern side of Bernera from the Lewis mainland, beyond three cows grazing on the slopes to the south of Tolstachaolais village.
Outlet from Loch a' Bhaile into Port a' Chaoil At the crofting community of Tolastadh a' Chaolais.
Outlet from Loch a' Bhaile into Port a' Chaoil
At the crofting community of Tolastadh a' Chaolais.
Loch a' Bhaile In the crofting community of Tolastadh a' Chaolais.
Loch a' Bhaile
In the crofting community of Tolastadh a' Chaolais.
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Cnoc na Buaile Mòra is located at Grid Ref: NB1838 (Lat: 58.244994, Lng: -6.7958972)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Cnoc na Buaile Mòra
Place: locality
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Mol Mòr
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 58.2456774/-6.7976609
Ramarageo
Natural: bay
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