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Creag Ruadh

Hill, Mountain in Ross-shire

Scotland

Creag Ruadh

Moorland track to Boath from Evanton The track swings below the smooth slope of Cnoc Ceislein on the route to Boath from Evanton.
Moorland track to Boath from Evanton Credit: Julian Paren

Creag Ruadh is a hill located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It stands at a height of 493 meters (1,617 feet) above sea level and is known for its stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The hill is part of the larger Ben Wyvis range and is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Creag Ruadh is characterized by its rugged terrain, with steep slopes and rocky outcrops that provide a challenging yet rewarding climb for those who make the journey to its summit. The hill is covered in heather and grasses, and is home to a variety of wildlife including deer, birds of prey, and other mountain-dwelling creatures.

The summit of Creag Ruadh offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, including the Cromarty Firth and the Black Isle. On a clear day, it is possible to see all the way to the Moray Firth and the distant peaks of the Cairngorms.

Overall, Creag Ruadh is a beautiful and impressive hill that offers a great outdoor experience for those looking to explore the Scottish Highlands.

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Creag Ruadh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.688812/-4.3683927 or Grid Reference NH5869. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Moorland track to Boath from Evanton The track swings below the smooth slope of Cnoc Ceislein on the route to Boath from Evanton.
Moorland track to Boath from Evanton
The track swings below the smooth slope of Cnoc Ceislein on the route to Boath from Evanton.
Scattered trees on the track to Boath There is a real contrast between the plantations on the lower slopes of the hills and the barren nature of the terrain higher up.
Scattered trees on the track to Boath
There is a real contrast between the plantations on the lower slopes of the hills and the barren nature of the terrain higher up.
Footpath approach to Cnoc Ceislein Hillwalkers must be responsible for the distinct path that takes one from a col to the summit of Cnoc Ceislein. Beyond the hillside is the fertile farmland of Easter Ross.
Footpath approach to Cnoc Ceislein
Hillwalkers must be responsible for the distinct path that takes one from a col to the summit of Cnoc Ceislein. Beyond the hillside is the fertile farmland of Easter Ross.
Summit of Cnoc Ceislein The Trig Point on Cnoc Ceislein with a dried up bog pool beyond. In April the summit looks very different <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/155700">NH5870 : Cnoc Ceislein</a>.
Summit of Cnoc Ceislein
The Trig Point on Cnoc Ceislein with a dried up bog pool beyond. In April the summit looks very different NH5870 : Cnoc Ceislein.
Boulder on the Cnoc Ceislein ridge In a very rounded terrain that has only short-cropped vegetation a singular boulder breaks the skyline sitting as an island in its own lochan.
Boulder on the Cnoc Ceislein ridge
In a very rounded terrain that has only short-cropped vegetation a singular boulder breaks the skyline sitting as an island in its own lochan.
East from Cnoc Ceislein Eastwards the Fyrish Monument can be seen on Cnoc Fyrish and on the far horizon the entrance to the Cromarty Firth.
East from Cnoc Ceislein
Eastwards the Fyrish Monument can be seen on Cnoc Fyrish and on the far horizon the entrance to the Cromarty Firth.
Mountain terrain of Cnoc Ceislein Autumn colours under your feet with lichen aplenty.
Mountain terrain of Cnoc Ceislein
Autumn colours under your feet with lichen aplenty.
Moated boulder The impressive boulder, the only rock of any size in the vicinity, lies close to a local high point on the ridge south from Cnoc Cèislein, the summit of which can be seen in the distance. It's entirely surrounded by water which on the occasion of the visit precluded its use as a lunchtime wind break!
Moated boulder
The impressive boulder, the only rock of any size in the vicinity, lies close to a local high point on the ridge south from Cnoc Cèislein, the summit of which can be seen in the distance. It's entirely surrounded by water which on the occasion of the visit precluded its use as a lunchtime wind break!
Estate road on east side of Cnoc Cèislein An unattractively cut road on the east face of Cnoc Cèislein.
Estate road on east side of Cnoc Cèislein
An unattractively cut road on the east face of Cnoc Cèislein.
Eastern slope leading up to Cnoc Ceislein near Evanton
Eastern slope leading up to Cnoc Ceislein near Evanton
Cnoc Ceislein Ridge Looking SW along the Cnoc Ceislein ridge.
Cnoc Ceislein Ridge
Looking SW along the Cnoc Ceislein ridge.
Estate road near Cnoc Ceislein
Estate road near Cnoc Ceislein
Trig point on Cnoc Ceislein
Trig point on Cnoc Ceislein
Last trees before the track to Boath enters the open moor Tantalizingly the open moorland that had been hidden within the wood was just around the corner!
Last trees before the track to Boath enters the open moor
Tantalizingly the open moorland that had been hidden within the wood was just around the corner!
Southern end of the Cnoc Ceislein ridge Cnoc Ceislein has a very flat ridge which with short vegetation provides easy walking. Beyond the hill is Glen Glass.
Southern end of the Cnoc Ceislein ridge
Cnoc Ceislein has a very flat ridge which with short vegetation provides easy walking. Beyond the hill is Glen Glass.
Cnoc Fyrish from the side of Cnoc Ceislein A new path was inaugurated to the Cnoc Fyrish Monument to celebrate the Queen's Jubilee approaching from the North-east. This view from the side of Cnoc Ceislein shows the older established route to the summit. The Cromarty Firth lies beyond.
Cnoc Fyrish from the side of Cnoc Ceislein
A new path was inaugurated to the Cnoc Fyrish Monument to celebrate the Queen's Jubilee approaching from the North-east. This view from the side of Cnoc Ceislein shows the older established route to the summit. The Cromarty Firth lies beyond.
Two trees on the side of Cnoc Ceislein Two new trees isolated in a harsh environment. Beyond lies the Cnoc Fyrish and the Cromarty Firth with the Black Isle to the south.
Two trees on the side of Cnoc Ceislein
Two new trees isolated in a harsh environment. Beyond lies the Cnoc Fyrish and the Cromarty Firth with the Black Isle to the south.
Flora of the moorland Trees and heather and very colourful grasses. Early autumn on the moor.
Flora of the moorland
Trees and heather and very colourful grasses. Early autumn on the moor.
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Creag Ruadh is located at Grid Ref: NH5869 (Lat: 57.688812, Lng: -4.3683927)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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