Beinn nan Caorach

Hill, Mountain in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Beinn nan Caorach

A hopeless task! Hillside above Loch Eireagoraidh — A hopeless task! Credit: Anthony O'Neil

Beinn nan Caorach is a prominent hill located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is part of the Scottish Highlands and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Standing at a height of 585 meters (1919 feet), Beinn nan Caorach is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The hill is characterized by its rugged terrain, with steep slopes and rocky outcrops. It is covered in heather and grass, giving it a distinctive purple hue in the summer months. The summit of Beinn nan Caorach offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, and lochs, making it a popular spot for photographers.

The hill is easily accessible from nearby villages and towns, with several well-marked trails leading to the summit. Hikers can expect a moderate to challenging climb, depending on the route taken. Wildlife is abundant in the area, with red deer, birds of prey, and other native species often spotted along the way.

Overall, Beinn nan Caorach is a must-visit destination for those looking to experience the natural beauty and rugged landscapes of the Scottish Highlands.

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Beinn nan Caorach Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.997709/-5.789683 or Grid Reference NM6996. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A hopeless task!

Hillside above Loch Eireagoraidh

Anthony O'Neil

Cruach Mhalaig

Looking north towards western edge of Knoydart from Cruach Mhalaig.

Dougie Beck

Track to Mallaigmore

This track leads onwards from the road end at Mallaig Bheag, but for anyone reaching here by car and anticipating a walk there will be disappointment as there is no parking at the road end, whilst opportunities further back towards Mallaig are also few and far between.

Gordon Hatton

Malaig Bheag

Maps seem to differ here as this can be either 'Malaig' or 'Mallaig'. There's a scattering of houses along the valley, whilst the dyke which defines edge of the improved ground at the base of the rocky hill, also roughly coincides with the eastern edge of the grid square.

Gordon Hatton

Malaig Bheag - Little Mallaig

Looking west from near the road end.

M J Richardson

The end of the road

At Malaig Bheag, an eastern extension of Mallaig/Malaig.

M J Richardson

Mallaigmore

The bay and white house at Mallaigmore as seen from the Loch Nevis ferry.

Gordon Hatton

View towards SgÃ¹rr Eireagoraidh

Loch a' Bhada Dharaich is just visible on the left. Taken from the path that runs north from Loch Morar along the Allt an Loin.

Aleks Scholz

Faint path to nowhere

A short bit of path leads directly towards Loch a' Bhada Dharaich which is right behind the woodland, but doesn't seem to reach it - but with the burgeoning late spring vegetation, it is difficult to tell if the path peters out or is just overgrown, a critical philosophical difference.

Aleks Scholz

Another path to nowhere

This iteration of the stalker's path that leads up from Loch Morar veers slightly to the west to avoid Loch a' Bhada Dharaich, but then, shortly thereafter, the path becomes very difficult to discern. It may be possible, with moderate bushwhacking, to link up to the trails that enter the square from the north, but perhaps not in high tick season.

Aleks Scholz