Cnoc Dubh a' Ghairbh Uillt

Hill, Mountain in Ross-shire

Scotland

Cnoc Dubh a' Ghairbh Uillt

Lochs Show 2011 North Harris and the 10th Lochs Agricultural Show at the Laxey Showground, Balallan / Baile Ailein. — Lochs Show 2011 Credit: Colin Smith

Cnoc Dubh a' Ghairbh Uillt is a prominent hill located in the county of Ross-shire, in the Scottish Highlands. With an elevation of 874 meters (2,867 feet), it stands as one of the highest peaks in the region, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Situated within the expansive and picturesque Glen Strathfarrar, Cnoc Dubh a' Ghairbh Uillt forms part of the Northwest Highlands Geopark. The hill is composed mainly of Torridonian sandstone, a type of rock that dates back over 1 billion years, adding to its geological significance.

The ascent to Cnoc Dubh a' Ghairbh Uillt can be challenging, with steep slopes and rugged terrain. However, it rewards climbers with stunning vistas of the nearby Loch Monar and the surrounding mountains, including the iconic Sgurr na Lapaich.

The hill is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with heather, grasses, and mosses covering its slopes. Wildlife enthusiasts may spot golden eagles soaring in the skies above, as well as red deer and mountain hares roaming the lower areas.

Outdoor enthusiasts and hikers are drawn to Cnoc Dubh a' Ghairbh Uillt for its unspoiled beauty and tranquility. The hill offers various routes for exploration, allowing visitors to experience the untamed wilderness and immerse themselves in the natural wonders of the Scottish Highlands.

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Lochs Show 2011 North Harris and the 10th Lochs Agricultural Show at the Laxey Showground, Balallan / Baile Ailein.

Lochs Show 2011

North Harris and the 10th Lochs Agricultural Show at the Laxey Showground, Balallan / Baile Ailein.

Balallan: view along Loch Ãireasort Looking east from the A859 as it passes through this long, linear village.

Balallan: view along Loch Ãireasort

Looking east from the A859 as it passes through this long, linear village.

Balallan: view across to the Cleiteir mouth Looking across Loch Èireasort from the A859 through Balallan. The river, Abhainn Chleiteir, reaches the loch opposite us.

Balallan: view across to the Cleiteir mouth

Looking across Loch Èireasort from the A859 through Balallan. The river, Abhainn Chleiteir, reaches the loch opposite us.

Balallan: a ruined house This forlorn house stands on the south side of the A859 in Balallan, with its back to Loch Èareasort.

Balallan: a ruined house

This forlorn house stands on the south side of the A859 in Balallan, with its back to Loch Èareasort.

Bridge on the Hebridean Way Geocaching is a type of global treasure hunt of people looking for caches, or hidden stashes of objects. Geocaching may also be described as a series of hide-and-seek games, where hiders provide online clues for seekers. Seekers use global positioning system (GPS) devices to find hidden caches

Bridge on the Hebridean Way

Geocaching is a type of global treasure hunt of people looking for caches, or hidden stashes of objects. Geocaching may also be described as a series of hide-and-seek games, where hiders provide online clues for seekers. Seekers use global positioning system (GPS) devices to find hidden caches

A859 skirting Loch Bhaltois

A859 skirting Loch Bhaltois

Line of former dyke, Druim na Lige, Isle of Lewis The dyke is shown on the OS 1st edition six inch map published in 1852 and still appears on current (at the time of uploading) OS maps with a scale of 1:25,000 or larger.

Line of former dyke, Druim na Lige, Isle of Lewis

The dyke is shown on the OS 1st edition six inch map published in 1852 and still appears on current (at the time of uploading) OS maps with a scale of 1:25,000 or larger.

Burnside, Baile Ailein

Burnside, Baile Ailein

House at Baile Ailein

House at Baile Ailein

House at Beinn Bhuidhe

House at Beinn Bhuidhe

Houses near Mircill Glas, Baile Ailein

Houses near Mircill Glas, Baile Ailein

Loch Bhaltois, taken from the A859

Loch Bhaltois, taken from the A859

Gate to houses overlooking Loch Eireasort in Baile Ailean

Gate to houses overlooking Loch Eireasort in Baile Ailean

Baile Ailean School Undergoing refurbishment during the summer holidays.

Baile Ailean School

Undergoing refurbishment during the summer holidays.

Crofting land at Baile Ailean Stretching down to the shore of Loch Eireasort.

Crofting land at Baile Ailean

Stretching down to the shore of Loch Eireasort.

A 859, Baile Ailein Towards the western end of this sprawling community.

A 859, Baile Ailein

Towards the western end of this sprawling community.

Grazing sheep, Baile Ailein Sheep grazing on the improved land between Baile Ailein and Loch Èireasort.

Grazing sheep, Baile Ailein

Sheep grazing on the improved land between Baile Ailein and Loch Èireasort.

Fence line at Balallan I was going to walk further in but the weather was so miserable, typically Lewis, that the fence was as far as I got before the rain was on my lens!

Fence line at Balallan

I was going to walk further in but the weather was so miserable, typically Lewis, that the fence was as far as I got before the rain was on my lens!

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Cnoc Dubh a' Ghairbh Uillt is located at Grid Ref: NB3021 (Lat: 58.097005, Lng: -6.5815072)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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