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An Geurachadh

Hill, Mountain in Inverness-shire

Scotland

An Geurachadh

R Spean & view W from bridge at Luiblea
R Spean & view W from bridge at Luiblea Credit: Colin Park

An Geurachadh is a prominent hill located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. Standing at an elevation of 896 meters (2,940 feet), it is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

The hill is characterized by its rugged terrain, with steep slopes and rocky outcrops adding to its challenging nature. Despite this, the ascent to the summit is rewarded with breathtaking panoramas of the Scottish Highlands, including nearby mountains and glens.

An Geurachadh is known for its diverse flora and fauna, with heather, mosses, and wildflowers dotting the landscape. Birdwatchers may also be treated to sightings of eagles, falcons, and other bird species that call the hill home.

Visitors to An Geurachadh can choose from a variety of hiking routes, ranging from moderate to strenuous, depending on their level of experience and fitness. The hill is accessible from nearby villages and towns, making it a popular destination for day trips and outdoor adventures in Inverness-shire.

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An Geurachadh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.922112/-4.5776146 or Grid Reference NN4384. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

R Spean & view W from bridge at Luiblea
R Spean & view W from bridge at Luiblea
Luiblea & Abhainn Ghuilbinn, Glen Spean
Luiblea & Abhainn Ghuilbinn, Glen Spean
Camp by the burn at Moy Woods
Camp by the burn at Moy Woods
Allt Coire Choille-rais
Allt Coire Choille-rais
Mòinteach Mhòr
Mòinteach Mhòr
Head of Loch Laggan
Head of Loch Laggan
Moorland south of the River Spean With one of the many great corries of the Creag Meaghaidh massif seen centrally in the background.
Moorland south of the River Spean
With one of the many great corries of the Creag Meaghaidh massif seen centrally in the background.
Looking up the Abhainn Ghuilbinn With slopes of Beinn a' Chlachair rising on the left and Beinn Eibhinn in the distance.
Looking up the Abhainn Ghuilbinn
With slopes of Beinn a' Chlachair rising on the left and Beinn Eibhinn in the distance.
Looking down the River Spean With the Grey Corries in the distance and Stob a' Choire Mheadhoin to the left.
Looking down the River Spean
With the Grey Corries in the distance and Stob a' Choire Mheadhoin to the left.
Looking up the River Spean With Binnein Shuas rising in the background.
Looking up the River Spean
With Binnein Shuas rising in the background.
Woodland, Moy Lodge Between the old alignment of the A86 and the River Spean, between Loch Laggan and the Moy Reservoir.
Woodland, Moy Lodge
Between the old alignment of the A86 and the River Spean, between Loch Laggan and the Moy Reservoir.
Old alignment, A86 Now a driveway to Moy Lodge. Moy Lodge used to be a landmark on the Laggan road with tall trees. Many trees were lost in a gale (I think New Year 1984) and a new generation has grown beside the new road.
Old alignment, A86
Now a driveway to Moy Lodge. Moy Lodge used to be a landmark on the Laggan road with tall trees. Many trees were lost in a gale (I think New Year 1984) and a new generation has grown beside the new road.
Bridge crossing Abhainn Ghuilbinn A concrete bridge crossing the Abhainn Ghuilbinn close to Torgulbin. The main access track into Corrour Forest crosses the bridge.
Bridge crossing Abhainn Ghuilbinn
A concrete bridge crossing the Abhainn Ghuilbinn close to Torgulbin. The main access track into Corrour Forest crosses the bridge.
A86, Moy The fast straight 1980s road bypassed Moy to its rear.
A86, Moy
The fast straight 1980s road bypassed Moy to its rear.
The old A86, Moy In the 1980s Moy was the last habitation up Glen Spean. There were many tall trees here, some came down at New Year 1984 narrowly missing the house.
The old A86, Moy
In the 1980s Moy was the last habitation up Glen Spean. There were many tall trees here, some came down at New Year 1984 narrowly missing the house.
Old Milestone by the former A86 in Glen Spean Highland granite milestone by the former A86, in parish of Laggan (District), South West of Moy Bridge, in lay-by (old road). Inscription once read:- : (Lochlaggan Inn / 8) : : (Roy Bridge / 10¾) : Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: HI_NMSP23
Old Milestone by the former A86 in Glen Spean
Highland granite milestone by the former A86, in parish of Laggan (District), South West of Moy Bridge, in lay-by (old road). Inscription once read:- : (Lochlaggan Inn / 8) : : (Roy Bridge / 10¾) : Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: HI_NMSP23
River Spean at Moy Spring drought level. When the dam downstream is full to overflowing, no gravel banks are visible here.
River Spean at Moy
Spring drought level. When the dam downstream is full to overflowing, no gravel banks are visible here.
A86 westbound at Moy A loop of the old road provides a quiet layby here.
A86 westbound at Moy
A loop of the old road provides a quiet layby here.
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An Geurachadh is located at Grid Ref: NN4384 (Lat: 56.922112, Lng: -4.5776146)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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