Creagan Reamhar

Hill, Mountain in Sutherland

Scotland

Creagan Reamhar

Meall na Diolaid Meall na Diolaid a subsidiary top of Creag a&#039; Ghobhair as seen from the traverse between that hill and another of its tops, Meall Moraig. — Meall na Diolaid Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Creagan Reamhar, located in the county of Sutherland in the Scottish Highlands, is a prominent hill/mountain that stands tall at an elevation of approximately 769 meters (2,523 feet). It lies within the vast expanse of the Northwest Highlands, known for its rugged landscapes and breathtaking natural beauty.

Creagan Reamhar is characterized by its distinctive rocky terrain, featuring steep slopes and craggy outcrops that add to its allure. Its name, derived from Scottish Gaelic, translates to "thick crag" or "stout rock," which aptly describes its rugged appearance. The hill/mountain is predominantly composed of quartzite and schist, contributing to its impressive and imposing geological formations.

At the summit of Creagan Reamhar, one can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area, including the vast moorlands and lochs that dot the landscape. On clear days, the vistas extend far into the distance, offering glimpses of nearby peaks and the vastness of the Scottish Highlands.

Creagan Reamhar attracts outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and climbers seeking a challenging yet rewarding experience. Its steep slopes and rocky terrain provide an exhilarating ascent, ensuring an unforgettable adventure for those who dare to conquer its heights.

The hill/mountain also offers a habitat for various wildlife species, including deer, mountain hares, and numerous bird species. Its remote location contributes to the preservation of these natural ecosystems, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.

Overall, Creagan Reamhar stands as a testament to the majestic beauty of Scotland's highlands, offering visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in its untamed grandeur and witness nature at its finest.

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Creagan Reamhar Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.919844/-4.2258622 or Grid Reference NH6894. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Meall na Diolaid

Meall na Diolaid a subsidiary top of Creag a' Ghobhair as seen from the traverse between that hill and another of its tops, Meall Moraig.

Trevor Littlewood

Achormlarie View

Looking across improved farmland towards the bracken and heather moors of the high ground in the Evelix Valley. The hill in the background is Creag Ach' a' Bhathaich.

Mary and Angus Hogg

Achormlarie South Forest Road

This area is operated by the Forestry Commission.

Mary and Angus Hogg

Achormlarie conifer plantation

The trees were planted in 1990 and are just starting to show above the bracken

Mick Crawley

Phosphate fertilizer for the young conifer plantation on Leathad nan Toll

Mick Crawley

Achormlarie farmstead

A long view from by Leathad Suileach across Strath Evelix.

John Lucas

A bit of a climb

On the road to the Evelix crossing across Leathad Sùileach. Forestry on Creagan Reamhar is visible upper right.

John Lucas

Heading for the Evelix crossing

Meall Moraig and Meall na Diolaid [hills] lie ahead.

John Lucas

Approaching the bridge across Allt Loch a' Ghobhair

Allt Loch a' Ghobhair is a tributary of the River Evelix which runs a short distance on the right. The object on the left of the track is a picnic table, ideally placed for weary walkers. In fact, no doubt placed for use by well-heeled visitors to the estate (grouse shooting/stalking?) but I'm not proud - I still used it!

John Lucas

Strath Evelix

On the track descending from Leathad Sùileach.

John Lucas

The Achormlarie farmstead

Viewed from the track across Leathad Sùileach - an evening view taken at about 19:00.

John Lucas

Crossing the Evelix (or is it the Styx?)

I've been planning the walk between Clashmore and Bonar Bridge for a few years now. It appeared to offer a possible walking route within my now somewhat reduced capabilities. But illness, covid and then bad weather earlier this year intervened. Now everything was right, so I set out. One of the imponderables was crossing the river Evelix. Marked as a ford by the OS, but there are fords and fords. Would this one be walker friendly? Not much evidence on Geograph, just Sarah’s 2009 image NH6794 : Ford across River Evelix, which didn’t show the viability of walking across. Perhaps a clue was that Sarah didn’t appear to cross the river on that day. In fact, I was right to be concerned. There had been considerable rain during the night, so the water was deep and combined with a bed of slippery rocks, I was disinclined to attempt using the ford. My options were to find an alternative crossing point or to retrace my steps back to Clashmore. Fortunately, just downstream, the river was shallower, allowing me to wade across. But there was one more sting in the tail – as I stepped onto the opposite bank I sank almost to my knees in bog, from which it was a struggle to extricate myself! Unfortunately, with my attention focusing on crossing the river and then the euphoria on finally getting across, I failed to adequately photograph the crossing!

John Lucas

A little bit of civilisation on the moor - a picnic table by Allt Loch a' Ghobhair

Which had been my bivouac site on a somewhat wet night. See also NH6793 : Approaching the bridge across Allt Loch a' Ghobhair.

John Lucas

Approaching the ford over the River Evelix

See also NH6794 : Crossing the Evelix (or is it the Styx?).

John Lucas

Extensive tree planting beside the Evelix

A scheme to improve the water quality to help protect the endangered fresh water pearl mussel and salmonids (Salmon and trout). It involves creating native woodland beside the river, and removing the worst effects of conifer plantations. The scheme is described in Link