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Monadh Choisleadar

Hill, Mountain in Inverness-shire

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Monadh Choisleadar

Lovely wee stone bridge
Lovely wee stone bridge Credit: thejackrustles

Monadh Choisleadar is a prominent hill located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is situated in the western part of the county, near the village of Morar. Standing at an elevation of approximately 2,742 feet (836 meters), Monadh Choisleadar is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The hill is part of the wider Lochaber Geopark, a region renowned for its geological and natural significance. Monadh Choisleadar offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the nearby Loch Morar, which is the deepest freshwater lake in the British Isles.

The terrain of Monadh Choisleadar is characterized by steep slopes and rocky outcrops, providing a challenging yet rewarding climb for experienced hikers. The hill is covered in heather and grass, creating a picturesque and vibrant landscape, particularly during the summer months when wildflowers bloom.

The area surrounding Monadh Choisleadar is also rich in biodiversity, with various species of flora and fauna calling it home. It is not uncommon to spot birds of prey, such as golden eagles and peregrine falcons, soaring above the hill.

Access to Monadh Choisleadar can be achieved via several walking trails, with the most popular starting from the nearby village of Morar. Hikers are advised to come prepared with appropriate gear and to check weather conditions before embarking on the ascent.

Overall, Monadh Choisleadar offers a captivating and challenging outdoor experience, combined with breathtaking views of the Scottish Highlands.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 57.457255/-6.4602194 or Grid Reference NG3249. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lovely wee stone bridge
Lovely wee stone bridge
Old stone bridge
Old stone bridge
The rustic charm of the marshy roadside verge
The rustic charm of the marshy roadside verge
Upperglen / Gleann Uachdarach The start of the single-track road to Greshornish, which leaves the A850 and runs along the west side of Loch Greshornish. On the left is the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3077093">NG3151 : Old cottage at Upperglen</a> and an imaginative non-standard sign warns drivers to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4629224">NG3151 : Watch that lamb!</a>
Upperglen / Gleann Uachdarach
The start of the single-track road to Greshornish, which leaves the A850 and runs along the west side of Loch Greshornish. On the left is the NG3151 : Old cottage at Upperglen and an imaginative non-standard sign warns drivers to NG3151 : Watch that lamb!
Watch that lamb! An imaginative but non-standard post-Worboys sign greets drivers turning off the A850 onto the single-track Greshornish road at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4629212">NG3151 : Upperglen / Gleann Uachdarach</a>. The blue sign behind it is more standard but a bit weather-beaten.
Watch that lamb!
An imaginative but non-standard post-Worboys sign greets drivers turning off the A850 onto the single-track Greshornish road at NG3151 : Upperglen / Gleann Uachdarach. The blue sign behind it is more standard but a bit weather-beaten.
Old bridge at Upperglen Now bypassed, this bridge formerly carried the A850 between Portree and Dunvegan. The water is Abhainn Ghlinn Uachdaraich (the Upperglen River) or the Red Burn (Allt Dearg) and flows into Loch Greshornish.
Old bridge at Upperglen
Now bypassed, this bridge formerly carried the A850 between Portree and Dunvegan. The water is Abhainn Ghlinn Uachdaraich (the Upperglen River) or the Red Burn (Allt Dearg) and flows into Loch Greshornish.
The cottage at Upperglen The building remains in a decent state of repair, but is still uninhabited.
The cottage at Upperglen
The building remains in a decent state of repair, but is still uninhabited.
The old road to Edinbane The old metalled road is now mostly overgrown with grass. It was replaced in the 1970s by the current A850, aligned a few metres to the south.
The old road to Edinbane
The old metalled road is now mostly overgrown with grass. It was replaced in the 1970s by the current A850, aligned a few metres to the south.
A850 heading east
A850 heading east
A850 near Coishletter, Isle of Skye
A850 near Coishletter, Isle of Skye
Forestry track improvement The track leading into the forest from the main A850 just west of Edinbane has recently been scraped, and the track-side ditches dug out. I suspect this is in preparation for some timber felling operations in the near future.
Forestry track improvement
The track leading into the forest from the main A850 just west of Edinbane has recently been scraped, and the track-side ditches dug out. I suspect this is in preparation for some timber felling operations in the near future.
River in spate The River Coshletter in spate after a really wet day....and months of rain beforehand!
River in spate
The River Coshletter in spate after a really wet day....and months of rain beforehand!
River Coshletter in spate after days of rain
River Coshletter in spate after days of rain
Bypassed single track road west of Edinbane The single track road between Edinbane and Upperglen has been replaced by a wider road a short way to the south.
Bypassed single track road west of Edinbane
The single track road between Edinbane and Upperglen has been replaced by a wider road a short way to the south.
The A850 west of Edinbane, Isle of Skye The main road now bypasses the village. The brown tourist signs point to the turning onto the old road.
The A850 west of Edinbane, Isle of Skye
The main road now bypasses the village. The brown tourist signs point to the turning onto the old road.
Old and new bridges The old stone bridge over the Allt Dearg, with the current A850 road bridge behind.
Old and new bridges
The old stone bridge over the Allt Dearg, with the current A850 road bridge behind.
Old cottage at Upperglen No longer lived in, but still in reasonable condition and weatherproof.
Old cottage at Upperglen
No longer lived in, but still in reasonable condition and weatherproof.
Drying peat above the Allt Dearg Peat stacked on pallets near the Allt Dearg.
Drying peat above the Allt Dearg
Peat stacked on pallets near the Allt Dearg.
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Monadh Choisleadar is located at Grid Ref: NG3249 (Lat: 57.457255, Lng: -6.4602194)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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