Dùn Alva

Hill, Mountain in Argyllshire

Scotland

Dùn Alva

Old footbridge over River Add Old estate bridge thought to predate local forestry roads. — Old footbridge over River Add Credit: Richard Caulfield

Dùn Alva is a hill located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It stands at a height of 198 meters (650 feet) above sea level and offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and Loch Fyne. The hill is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts due to its relatively easy ascent and stunning vistas.

Dùn Alva is characterized by its rugged terrain, with rocky outcrops and heather-covered slopes. The summit is marked by a cairn, which serves as a focal point for those reaching the top. The hill is part of a network of walking trails in the area, making it easily accessible to visitors of all skill levels.

In addition to its natural beauty, Dùn Alva also has historical significance. It is believed to have been used as a defensive site by ancient peoples, with remnants of an Iron Age hill fort still visible on its slopes. This adds an extra layer of interest for those exploring the hill and its surroundings.

Overall, Dùn Alva is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the beauty and history of the Argyllshire region.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 56.113281/-5.3598411 or Grid Reference NR9196. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old footbridge over River Add Old estate bridge thought to predate local forestry roads.

Old footbridge over River Add

Old estate bridge thought to predate local forestry roads.

Richard Caulfield

In Kilmichael Forest

In Kilmichael Forest

Entrance to A' Cruach wind farm This is a 21-turbine installation north of Loch Glashan in Kilmichael Forest.

Entrance to A' Cruach wind farm

This is a 21-turbine installation north of Loch Glashan in Kilmichael Forest.

Electricity transmission tower under construction This tower is part of the upgraded Inverarary-Crossaig transmission line.

Electricity transmission tower under construction

This tower is part of the upgraded Inverarary-Crossaig transmission line.

Electricity transmission towers under construction Part of the upgraded Inveraray-Crossaig transmission line.

Electricity transmission towers under construction

Part of the upgraded Inveraray-Crossaig transmission line.

Boggy area in Kilmichael Forest Close by the River Add.

Boggy area in Kilmichael Forest

Close by the River Add.

Forestry road in Kilmichael Forest The new pylons are for the upgraded Inveraray-Crossaig transmission line.

Forestry road in Kilmichael Forest

The new pylons are for the upgraded Inveraray-Crossaig transmission line.

Abhainn Bheag an Tunns This burn is a tributary of the River Add.
A partly-built pylon on the right is part of the upgraded Inveraray - Crossaig transmission line which is currently under construction.

Abhainn Bheag an Tunns

This burn is a tributary of the River Add. A partly-built pylon on the right is part of the upgraded Inveraray - Crossaig transmission line which is currently under construction.

Forestry road in Kilmichael Forest The gorse bushes in full bloom.

Forestry road in Kilmichael Forest

The gorse bushes in full bloom.

Forestry track in Kilmichael Forest

Forestry track in Kilmichael Forest

Boggy pool in Kilmichael Forest

Boggy pool in Kilmichael Forest

Ruins at Tunns Ruins of a pre-improvement settlement, now in Kilmichael Forest.

Ruins at Tunns

Ruins of a pre-improvement settlement, now in Kilmichael Forest.

Ruins at Tunns Ruins of a pre-improvement settlement, now in Kilmichael Forest.
The new transmission line from Inveraray to Crossaig passes very close by.

Ruins at Tunns

Ruins of a pre-improvement settlement, now in Kilmichael Forest. The new transmission line from Inveraray to Crossaig passes very close by.

Ruins at Auchlech The ruins of a pre-improvement settlement in Kilmichael Forest. The turbines of the A&#039;Cruach wind farm can be seen through the mist.
I was last here - just about on the same spot - 14 years ago. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/341373">NR9296 : Auchlech</a>

Ruins at Auchlech

The ruins of a pre-improvement settlement in Kilmichael Forest. The turbines of the A'Cruach wind farm can be seen through the mist. I was last here - just about on the same spot - 14 years ago. NR9296 : Auchlech

Forest road in Kilmichael Forest Some of the turbines of the A&#039;Cruach wind farm can be seen through the mist and rain.

Forest road in Kilmichael Forest

Some of the turbines of the A'Cruach wind farm can be seen through the mist and rain.

Forest road in Kilmichael Forest

Forest road in Kilmichael Forest

Forest road in Kilmichael Forest

Forest road in Kilmichael Forest

Heading out of Kilmichael Forest Onto open moorland above Barrachuile.

Heading out of Kilmichael Forest

Onto open moorland above Barrachuile.

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Dùn Alva is located at Grid Ref: NR9196 (Lat: 56.113281, Lng: -5.3598411)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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