Cairn Ardachy

Hill, Mountain in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Cairn Ardachy

Entrance to Dunmaglass Lodge
Entrance to Dunmaglass Lodge Credit: Jennifer Jones

Cairn Ardachy is a prominent hill located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. Standing at an elevation of approximately 806 meters (2,644 feet), it is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and outdoor adventurers.

The hill is situated in a picturesque location, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby Loch Ness and the Great Glen. Its strategic position provides visitors with a unique opportunity to marvel at the natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

Cairn Ardachy is known for its rugged terrain, characterized by rocky outcrops and heather-clad slopes. Hikers can choose from various routes to reach the summit, each offering its own challenges and rewards. The climb can be demanding, but the breathtaking vistas awaiting at the top make it all worthwhile.

The hill is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including several species of birds, mammals, and plant life. It is not uncommon to spot golden eagles soaring overhead or red deer grazing in the surrounding valleys.

Many visitors choose to explore Cairn Ardachy as part of a larger hiking expedition, taking advantage of the numerous trails and paths that wind through the surrounding area. The hill's accessibility and proximity to other popular attractions make it a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts visiting Inverness-shire.

Whether you are an experienced hiker seeking a thrilling challenge or simply looking to immerse yourself in the beauty of the Scottish Highlands, Cairn Ardachy offers a truly memorable experience.

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Cairn Ardachy Images

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Entrance to Dunmaglass Lodge
Entrance to Dunmaglass Lodge
Rough grazing near Dunmaglass
Rough grazing near Dunmaglass
Gates, old and new, by the road to Abersky
Gates, old and new, by the road to Abersky
The B851 by the Dunmaglass Estate
The B851 by the Dunmaglass Estate
Small burn near to Milton Looking north-eastward for the road (B851) bridge.
Small burn near to Milton
Looking north-eastward for the road (B851) bridge.
Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket G4058 This Flush Bracket can be found on a road (B851) bridge near Milton.
The recorded details give a height of 242.7717 metres above sea level.
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Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket G4058
This Flush Bracket can be found on a road (B851) bridge near Milton. The recorded details give a height of 242.7717 metres above sea level. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
B851 near Dunmaglass This twisty route has been much improved over the past two years, probably to aid wind turbine deliveries.
B851 near Dunmaglass
This twisty route has been much improved over the past two years, probably to aid wind turbine deliveries.
Entrance lodge at Dunmaglass At the entrance road to the imposing estate of Dunmaglass Lodge, which now sports its very own windfarm, high on the hills to the south.
Entrance lodge at Dunmaglass
At the entrance road to the imposing estate of Dunmaglass Lodge, which now sports its very own windfarm, high on the hills to the south.
Fields on the Dunmaglass Estate Mainly a sporting estate (there was a lot of pheasant and partridge shooting going on the day we passed through) but the fields hereabouts are also used for grazing sheep. The large pile of stones a couple of hundred yards away in the middle of the field looks like a clearance cairn.
Fields on the Dunmaglass Estate
Mainly a sporting estate (there was a lot of pheasant and partridge shooting going on the day we passed through) but the fields hereabouts are also used for grazing sheep. The large pile of stones a couple of hundred yards away in the middle of the field looks like a clearance cairn.
Farmland near Eudinuagain
Farmland near Eudinuagain
The B862 Looking towards Creag Innis an Daimh.
The B862
Looking towards Creag Innis an Daimh.
Moorland between the B862 and the B851
Moorland between the B862 and the B851
Buzzard (Buteo buteo) on watch
Buzzard (Buteo buteo) on watch
Moorland south of Loch Ruthven
Moorland south of Loch Ruthven
B862 near Torness
B862 near Torness
B862 near Torness
B862 near Torness
B862 near Torness
B862 near Torness
Minor road near Abersky
Minor road near Abersky
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Cairn Ardachy is located at Grid Ref: NH5825 (Lat: 57.297371, Lng: -4.3441308)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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