Cnoc nan Uan

Hill, Mountain in Sutherland

Scotland

Cnoc nan Uan

Mouth of River Borgie
Mouth of River Borgie Credit: Alan Reid

Cnoc nan Uan is a prominent hill located in the region of Sutherland, in the northern part of Scotland. With an elevation of approximately 646 meters (2,119 feet), it is classified as a Marilyn, which denotes any hill or mountain in the United Kingdom with a prominence of at least 150 meters (492 feet).

Situated in the remote and picturesque landscape of Sutherland, Cnoc nan Uan offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area. Its location within the Highland region provides visitors with an opportunity to experience the natural beauty and tranquility of the Scottish countryside.

The hill is characterized by its rugged terrain, which consists of heather-covered slopes and rocky outcrops. It is a popular destination for hillwalkers and hikers, who are drawn to the challenge and beauty of the ascent. The climb to the summit is moderately difficult, requiring a reasonable level of fitness and navigation skills.

Reaching the top of Cnoc nan Uan rewards visitors with breathtaking vistas across the surrounding countryside, including views of nearby mountains, moorland, and lochs. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the North Sea and the Orkney Islands.

Overall, Cnoc nan Uan offers outdoor enthusiasts a chance to immerse themselves in the rugged and unspoiled landscape of Sutherland, while also providing an opportunity to appreciate the natural beauty and tranquility of the Scottish Highlands.

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Cnoc nan Uan Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.536323/-4.2912288 or Grid Reference NC6663. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mouth of River Borgie
Mouth of River Borgie
A ruin with a view, Torrisdale Bay
A ruin with a view, Torrisdale Bay
Twisted rocks at Aird Torrisdale
Twisted rocks at Aird Torrisdale
Coastal cliffs at Aird Torrisdale The distant sandy beach is on Neave, an island off Skerray.
Coastal cliffs at Aird Torrisdale
The distant sandy beach is on Neave, an island off Skerray.
Coastal erosion at Aird Torrisdale A large rock slip, but how long ago did it occur?  Was it the result of an earth tremor or simply the erosive forces of sea and weather?
Coastal erosion at Aird Torrisdale
A large rock slip, but how long ago did it occur? Was it the result of an earth tremor or simply the erosive forces of sea and weather?
Skerray War Memorial Unveiled and dedicated in 1922.
Skerray War Memorial
Unveiled and dedicated in 1922.
Old Store, Skerray The ruin of the old store at Skerray.
Old Store, Skerray
The ruin of the old store at Skerray.
Skerray Post Office Village Post Office in a nicely restored building.
Skerray Post Office
Village Post Office in a nicely restored building.
Postbox at Skerray KW14 32. Royal Mail list this box as 'Skerray'.
Postbox at Skerray
KW14 32. Royal Mail list this box as 'Skerray'.
The hamlet of Skerray Looking south-south-west towards Ben Loyal.
The hamlet of Skerray
Looking south-south-west towards Ben Loyal.
Stac an Fhamhair A small stack, perhaps 15m high, at the east end of Neave (or Coomb) Island, seen across Caol Beag.
Stac an Fhamhair
A small stack, perhaps 15m high, at the east end of Neave (or Coomb) Island, seen across Caol Beag.
Skerray Bay Not a bay I would be very happy to navigate into (although there is, or was, a pier on the far side, just out of shot on the left).

The southern part of Eilean nan Ron is beyond the bay, with a few deserted houses visible.
Skerray Bay
Not a bay I would be very happy to navigate into (although there is, or was, a pier on the far side, just out of shot on the left). The southern part of Eilean nan Ron is beyond the bay, with a few deserted houses visible.
Neave or Coomb Island The central part of the island seen at close range (but still across a gridline!) across Caol Beag.
Neave or Coomb Island
The central part of the island seen at close range (but still across a gridline!) across Caol Beag.
Loch na Coit A loch south of Skerray.
Loch na Coit
A loch south of Skerray.
Phonebox near Skerray
Phonebox near Skerray
Stony beach at Skerray
Stony beach at Skerray
Skerray Post Office
Skerray Post Office
Graveyard at Skerray
Graveyard at Skerray
Show me another place!

Cnoc nan Uan is located at Grid Ref: NC6663 (Lat: 58.536323, Lng: -4.2912288)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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