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Tom a' Mhoraire

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

Tom a' Mhoraire

Creag Bheag Being spied on from a bouldery outcrop at Creag Bheag (the 'little crag').
Creag Bheag Credit: Alan O'Dowd

Tom a' Mhoraire is a prominent hill located in the picturesque region of Perthshire, Scotland. Rising to an elevation of 752 meters (2,467 feet), it offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes and is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

Situated within the expansive Cairngorms National Park, Tom a' Mhoraire boasts a distinct rugged terrain characterized by steep slopes and rocky outcrops. Its summit provides a vantage point from which visitors can marvel at the stunning vistas of rolling hills, lush valleys, and sparkling lochs that dot the region.

The hill is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including heather, mosses, and a variety of alpine plants. Birdwatchers can spot a plethora of avian species, such as golden eagles, peregrine falcons, and red grouse, making it a haven for ornithologists.

Tom a' Mhoraire offers several hiking trails, each varying in difficulty and length, catering to both experienced mountaineers and casual walkers. The routes wind through pristine forests, across babbling brooks, and up craggy slopes, providing an immersive experience in the heart of Scotland's natural beauty.

The area surrounding the hill is steeped in history and folklore, with ancient standing stones and ruins of old settlements adding an air of mystery to the landscape. Local legends tell tales of mythical creatures and ancient battles fought on the slopes of Tom a' Mhoraire, further enhancing its allure.

Overall, Tom a' Mhoraire is a mesmerizing hill in Perthshire, offering visitors a chance to connect with nature, witness breathtaking panoramas, and immerse themselves in the rich history of the region.

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Tom a' Mhoraire Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.467054/-4.1244743 or Grid Reference NN6932. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Creag Bheag Being spied on from a bouldery outcrop at Creag Bheag (the 'little crag').
Creag Bheag
Being spied on from a bouldery outcrop at Creag Bheag (the 'little crag').
Trig point on Creag Uchdag ('crag of hollows') Decorated with a bit of fleece on top! The silhouettes of the Tarmachan Ridge and, most prominently, the Ben Lawers group, are visible in the distance.
Trig point on Creag Uchdag ('crag of hollows')
Decorated with a bit of fleece on top! The silhouettes of the Tarmachan Ridge and, most prominently, the Ben Lawers group, are visible in the distance.
Creag Uchdag ('crag of hollows') The summit of a rather sprawling Corbett (Scottish mountain over 2,500ft but less than 3,000ft above sea level, with a drop of at least 500ft) at the head of Glen Lednock.
Creag Uchdag ('crag of hollows')
The summit of a rather sprawling Corbett (Scottish mountain over 2,500ft but less than 3,000ft above sea level, with a drop of at least 500ft) at the head of Glen Lednock.
Craggy outcrops on the western side of Creag Uchdag
Craggy outcrops on the western side of Creag Uchdag
A grassy outlier on Creag Uchdag A small grassy hillock on the western flank of the Corbett; other hills in the moorland above Ardeonaig lie beyond.
A grassy outlier on Creag Uchdag
A small grassy hillock on the western flank of the Corbett; other hills in the moorland above Ardeonaig lie beyond.
Upper waters of the Eas Domhain A tributary of the Finglen Burn, this rises high on Creag Uchdag.
Upper waters of the Eas Domhain
A tributary of the Finglen Burn, this rises high on Creag Uchdag.
Creag Uchdag - just south of the summit ridge
Creag Uchdag - just south of the summit ridge
Along the summit ridge of Creag Uchdag It's not really a 'ridge', more a long grassy field with a series of disused boundary fences running through it, but the actual summit and trig lie on one of the bumps in the middle distance.
Along the summit ridge of Creag Uchdag
It's not really a 'ridge', more a long grassy field with a series of disused boundary fences running through it, but the actual summit and trig lie on one of the bumps in the middle distance.
Creag Uchdag - summit trig At the summit of the hill, the trig pillar bears flushbracket number S6473, and looks down towards Loch Lednock and its dam in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NN7228">NN7228</a>.
Creag Uchdag - summit trig
At the summit of the hill, the trig pillar bears flushbracket number S6473, and looks down towards Loch Lednock and its dam in NN7228.
NW along the summit ridge of Creag Uchdag
NW along the summit ridge of Creag Uchdag
North across Meall Ramhar to Meall nan Oighreag An area of slightly eroded peat lies at the bealach between Creag Uchdag and Meall nan Oighreag. The distant hills are on the far side of Loch Tay.
North across Meall Ramhar to Meall nan Oighreag
An area of slightly eroded peat lies at the bealach between Creag Uchdag and Meall nan Oighreag. The distant hills are on the far side of Loch Tay.
On the boggy bealach heading for Meall nan Oighreag The grassy northern slopes of Creag Uchdag (behind us) give way to this rather boggy pass, before climbing again on drier ground to Meall nan Oighreag on the skyline.
On the boggy bealach heading for Meall nan Oighreag
The grassy northern slopes of Creag Uchdag (behind us) give way to this rather boggy pass, before climbing again on drier ground to Meall nan Oighreag on the skyline.
In the peat hags Despite appearances, the 'bog' was actually no more than a couple of inches deep at any point, and quite easy to walk through. This sort of ground isn't always quite so obliging.
In the peat hags
Despite appearances, the 'bog' was actually no more than a couple of inches deep at any point, and quite easy to walk through. This sort of ground isn't always quite so obliging.
Abandoned mine buildings on the south side of Meall nan Oighreag A small lead mine of rather uncertain age was worked just uphill from this point; these ruined buildings are associated with that, and possibly provided some rudimentary shelter for the miners.
Abandoned mine buildings on the south side of Meall nan Oighreag
A small lead mine of rather uncertain age was worked just uphill from this point; these ruined buildings are associated with that, and possibly provided some rudimentary shelter for the miners.
Lead mine buildings The ruins of a 2- or 3-room building on the south side of Meall nan Oighreag, which is associated with the disused lead mine on the hill just above them.
Lead mine buildings
The ruins of a 2- or 3-room building on the south side of Meall nan Oighreag, which is associated with the disused lead mine on the hill just above them.
Lead mine/pit high on Meall nan Oighreag The remains of the lead mine just below the summit; in shadow on the left, Trevor provides a sense of scale to the excavation.
Lead mine/pit high on Meall nan Oighreag
The remains of the lead mine just below the summit; in shadow on the left, Trevor provides a sense of scale to the excavation.
Mining spoil from the old lead mine Several heaps of broken rocks lie around the old mine workings; this one consists mostly of white quartzitic spoil, and stands out clearly amongst the greener grass.
Mining spoil from the old lead mine
Several heaps of broken rocks lie around the old mine workings; this one consists mostly of white quartzitic spoil, and stands out clearly amongst the greener grass.
On Creag Uchdag Looking down Finglen Burn to Loch Tay
On Creag Uchdag
Looking down Finglen Burn to Loch Tay
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Tom a' Mhoraire is located at Grid Ref: NN6932 (Lat: 56.467054, Lng: -4.1244743)

Unitary Authority: Stirling

Police Authority: Forth Valley

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