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Cnoc nan Gobhar

Hill, Mountain in Argyllshire

Scotland

Cnoc nan Gobhar

Na Crogachan Ice-smoothed rocks at the northern tip of the Isle of Gigha.
Na Crogachan Credit: Anne Burgess

Cnoc nan Gobhar is a prominent hill located in Argyllshire, a region in western Scotland. It lies within the larger area known as the Scottish Highlands, which is famous for its rugged landscapes and stunning natural beauty.

With an elevation of approximately 706 meters (2,316 feet), Cnoc nan Gobhar offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Its summit provides a panoramic vista of the nearby Loch Awe, the longest freshwater loch in Scotland, as well as the surrounding hills and glens.

The hill is characterized by its steep slopes and rocky terrain, covered mostly by heather and grasses. It is a popular destination for hikers and climbers, attracting outdoor enthusiasts from both near and far. The ascent can be challenging, particularly in adverse weather conditions, but the reward of reaching the summit is well worth the effort.

Cnoc nan Gobhar is rich in biodiversity, hosting a variety of plant and animal species. The hillside is home to several bird species, including golden eagles and peregrine falcons, which can often be spotted soaring above the craggy cliffs. Red deer and mountain hares are also found in the area, adding to the natural charm of the landscape.

Overall, Cnoc nan Gobhar offers a unique and memorable experience for those who visit. Its dramatic scenery, diverse wildlife, and challenging terrain make it a must-visit location for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts exploring the Scottish Highlands.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.722609/-5.7255945 or Grid Reference NR6653. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Na Crogachan Ice-smoothed rocks at the northern tip of the Isle of Gigha.
Na Crogachan
Ice-smoothed rocks at the northern tip of the Isle of Gigha.
Port Righ A sandy cove at the north end of the Isle of Gigha. The name means King's Port, the same as the town of Portree on the Isle of Skye.
Port Righ
A sandy cove at the north end of the Isle of Gigha. The name means King's Port, the same as the town of Portree on the Isle of Skye.
Cnoc nan Gobhar Wet bracken on the slope of Cnoc nan Gobhar, near the north end of the Isle of Gigha.
Cnoc nan Gobhar
Wet bracken on the slope of Cnoc nan Gobhar, near the north end of the Isle of Gigha.
Roadside Dyke On a pleasant day it would be tempting to take a walk to the shore of Bàgh Rubha Ruaidh, of which there is just a glimpse over the top of the dyke.
Roadside Dyke
On a pleasant day it would be tempting to take a walk to the shore of Bàgh Rubha Ruaidh, of which there is just a glimpse over the top of the dyke.
Access Road in the Rain You can tell how wet it is by the drops on the lens, and the drips on the gate. It looks as if the old buildings here have been replaced by a new house, named Balmore.
Access Road in the Rain
You can tell how wet it is by the drops on the lens, and the drips on the gate. It looks as if the old buildings here have been replaced by a new house, named Balmore.
Carragh an Tarbert A distinctive standing stone beside the road at Tarbert on the Isle of Gigha. It is also known as the Druids' Stone, and A Thom, author of 'The standing stones in Argyllshire' and 'Megalithic lunar observatories', considers it to be a lunar obervatory dating from the 1st millennium BC.
Carragh an Tarbert
A distinctive standing stone beside the road at Tarbert on the Isle of Gigha. It is also known as the Druids' Stone, and A Thom, author of 'The standing stones in Argyllshire' and 'Megalithic lunar observatories', considers it to be a lunar obervatory dating from the 1st millennium BC.
East Tarbert Bay In the bay are an offshore fish farm. The ship seems to have been there for at least several days.
East Tarbert Bay
In the bay are an offshore fish farm. The ship seems to have been there for at least several days.
Looking over Tràigh Bhàn If the tide were not so high, the white sand that gives the beach its name would be visible here. The hummock is Cnoc Largie, in the next square.
Looking over Tràigh Bhàn
If the tide were not so high, the white sand that gives the beach its name would be visible here. The hummock is Cnoc Largie, in the next square.
Mooring yacht at Bagh na Doirlinne
Mooring yacht at Bagh na Doirlinne
Bagh na Doirlinne
Bagh na Doirlinne
Kinerarach, Gigha North Gighan farmstead
Kinerarach, Gigha
North Gighan farmstead
Bagh na Doirlinne and Bagh Rubha Ruaidh Gigha. Panoramic shot of the twin beaches taken from Eilean Garbh with Doirlinne to the left and Rubha Ruaidh to the right.
Bagh na Doirlinne and Bagh Rubha Ruaidh
Gigha. Panoramic shot of the twin beaches taken from Eilean Garbh with Doirlinne to the left and Rubha Ruaidh to the right.
Beach at East End of Bagh na Doirlinne One of the many white sanded beaches of Gigha.
Beach at East End of Bagh na Doirlinne
One of the many white sanded beaches of Gigha.
Black sheep in a rushy field View from the main road at Kinerarach.
Black sheep in a rushy field
View from the main road at Kinerarach.
Port Righ, Isle of Gigha A small bay at the very north of the island.
Port Righ, Isle of Gigha
A small bay at the very north of the island.
End of the track, northern tip of Gigha This track is a continuation of the made-up road which runs the length of the island. The concrete structure at the end is the remains of a short-lived ferry slipway - see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1291351">NR6654 : "Danger - Unstable Surface"</a> .
End of the track, northern tip of Gigha
This track is a continuation of the made-up road which runs the length of the island. The concrete structure at the end is the remains of a short-lived ferry slipway - see NR6654 : "Danger - Unstable Surface" .
Parking area and track, top end of Gigha This track is a continuation of the made-up road which runs the length of the island.
Parking area and track, top end of Gigha
This track is a continuation of the made-up road which runs the length of the island.
Standing Stone A lichen-encrusted standing stone beside the road at the northern end of Gigha adjacent to East Tarbert Bay.
Standing Stone
A lichen-encrusted standing stone beside the road at the northern end of Gigha adjacent to East Tarbert Bay.
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Cnoc nan Gobhar is located at Grid Ref: NR6653 (Lat: 55.722609, Lng: -5.7255945)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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Nearby Locations

Eilean Rubha a' Chairn Bhàin Cnoc an t-Sabhail Cnoc nan Gobhar Port a' Chairn Bhain Port na Luideig Sgeir Port na Luideig

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Cnoc nan Gobhar
Corbett: no
Ele: 50
Ele Note: 50Meall a'Ghlamaidh
Graham: no
Marilyn: no
Munro: no
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 55.7221672/-5.7261726
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Cnoc an t-Sabhail
Corbett: no
Ele: 45
Graham: no
Marilyn: no
Munro: no
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 55.7201257/-5.7253651
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Natural: bay
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