Cnoc na Faoghalach Tioraim

Hill, Mountain in Ross-shire

Scotland

Cnoc na Faoghalach Tioraim

Griomarstadh Abhainn Ghriomarstaidh (River Grimersta) enters the sea here from the left. The house at Griomarstadh is in the next square, and in the distance are the crofting communities of Calanais and Breascleit. — Griomarstadh Credit: Anne Burgess

Cnoc na Faoghalach Tioraim is a prominent hill located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is situated near the village of Tioram and stands at an elevation of approximately 258 meters (846 feet) above sea level. The hill is part of the wider mountainous region known as the Scottish Highlands.

Cnoc na Faoghalach Tioraim offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the nearby Loch Moidart and the neighboring hills and mountains. On a clear day, visitors can enjoy breathtaking vistas of the rugged coastline, the sparkling waters of the loch, and the rolling green hills stretching into the distance.

The hill is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, thanks to its relatively easy access and well-maintained trails. The ascent to the summit is gradual, making it suitable for hikers of various skill levels. Along the way, visitors can immerse themselves in the picturesque Scottish countryside, with its diverse flora and fauna.

At the top of Cnoc na Faoghalach Tioraim, there is a small cairn that marks the highest point. This serves as a rewarding accomplishment for those who have made the climb. The hill is also home to a variety of bird species, providing ample opportunities for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Overall, Cnoc na Faoghalach Tioraim is a beautiful and accessible hill in Ross-shire, offering stunning views and a chance to connect with nature in the heart of the Scottish Highlands.

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Cnoc na Faoghalach Tioraim Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.158291/-6.7581101 or Grid Reference NB2028. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Griomarstadh

Abhainn Ghriomarstaidh (River Grimersta) enters the sea here from the left. The house at Griomarstadh is in the next square, and in the distance are the crofting communities of Calanais and Breascleit.

Anne Burgess

Abhainn Ghriomarstaidh (Grimersta River)

Dramatic lighting as storm clouds gather to the south-west. This river is possibly the best salmon fishing river in the Western Isles, and drains a large tract of southern Lewis. There was a lot of water today following a week of unsettled weather with frequent rain showers.

Anne Burgess

Abhainn Ghriomarstaidh (Grimersta River)

Looking downstream from the new bridge which carries the B8011 over the river. The next bridge is the private access to Griomarstadh House and jetty.

Anne Burgess

Grimersta River

Abhainn Ghriomarstaidh tumbling down to the sea at Loch Ceann Hulabhig. The old road and bridge are visible in mid distance.

Colin Smith

Grimersta River from the Bridge

View upstream of a tumbling, Highland river (Abhainn Ghriomarstaidh) from the new B8011 road bridge.

Colin Smith

Lewis style bus shelter (i)

Peter Moore

Old road bridge over the Abhainn Ghriomarstaidh/Grimersta River

When this photo was taken in 1975, the bridge seen carried the B road to west Lewis over the river. Since then, a replacement has been constructed a short distance downstream. Fairly recent imagery seen online suggests that the bridge is still standing, although it no longer lies on a public road.

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Loch Faoghail am Tuim

Looking south towards the hills of West Lewis. The little house highlighted by a ray of sunshine is a boathouse, in the next square. The nearest hill on the left is Ciorabhal, and on the right is Geure Dubh Mhòr. On the distant skyline is Roineabhal.

Anne Burgess

Up above the old road

This is not country in which to venture without navigations skills. It's boggy, and many of the ups and downs are not pronounced enough to generate contours. We were able to park on the old road - visible on the 1:25000 OS map - and it was a slightly boggy walk up onto rock. One of little lochans in the square can be seen, as can a typical "knock" of Lewisian gneiss. The (somewhat dilapidated) fence to my west could not be seen from where I took the photo.

Neville Goodman

Cycling the B8059

The hills of Harris on the skyline

Alan Reid

B8059 and the lochs leading in to the Lewis-Harris borderlands

This string of linked lochs have 'Faoghail' in their names; this is the Gaelic word for ford.

Alan Reid

Looking south east from the old Ardroil road

A short spur which has been bypassed by new road construction forms a convenient parking place to admire the view.

John Lucas

Loch Griomarstadh (Loch Grimersta)

Part of the intricate coastline of west Lewis.

Alan Reid

Allt na Muilne drains into Loch Griomarstadh

Underlit clouds illuminate the southern tip of Loch Griomarstadh during a summer sunset. The view is barely west of due north, but this far north, the sun stays above the horizon late - it is almost half past ten - and the earth has time to rotate much further before the light finally fades.

Andy Waddington

Stone setting, Druim Cam, Isle of Lewis

Looking towards Loch Faoghail Charrasan, most of which lies within the grid square. From Discovery and Excavation in Scotland, 1991: "Possible kerb cairn or hut circle. There is a sub-circular setting of 7 stones on edge set firmly into the ground, now under 20cm to 40cm of peat. The largest stone is 0.5m high. The internal dimensions are approximately 5.5m by 4.0m. It is located on near-level ground on a gently sloping rock and heather ridge overlooking land on the shore of the loch."

Claire Pegrum