1. Home
  2. Scotland
  3. Highlands and Islands
  4. Highland
  5. Nairnshire
  6. Beinn Uan

Beinn Uan

Hill, Mountain in Nairnshire

Scotland

Beinn Uan

Track above Finglack
Track above Finglack Credit: Steven Brown

Beinn Uan is a prominent hill located in Nairnshire, Scotland. Standing at an elevation of 379 meters (1,243 feet), it offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The hill is part of the Scottish Highlands, renowned for its rugged beauty and diverse wildlife.

Beinn Uan is easily accessible and attracts both locals and tourists alike. It is situated near the historic town of Nairn, which is famous for its sandy beaches and charming architecture. The hill's proximity to Nairn makes it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking for a day of hiking or hillwalking.

The ascent of Beinn Uan is relatively straightforward, with a well-defined path leading to the summit. The climb is suitable for all ages and fitness levels, making it an ideal choice for families or those new to hillwalking. Along the way, visitors can enjoy the stunning scenery and encounter various species of flora and fauna native to the area.

At the top of Beinn Uan, hikers are rewarded with panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the Moray Firth and the nearby Cairngorms National Park. On a clear day, it is even possible to see as far as the distant peaks of the Grampian Mountains.

Overall, Beinn Uan offers a memorable outdoor experience for nature lovers and offers a chance to immerse oneself in the beauty of the Scottish Highlands. Whether it's for a leisurely stroll or a more challenging hike, Beinn Uan is a must-visit destination for those seeking to explore the natural wonders of Nairnshire.

Show me another place!

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Beinn Uan Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.463817/-4.0336388 or Grid Reference NH7843. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Track above Finglack
Track above Finglack
Hill track above Finglack
Hill track above Finglack
Near Finglack Rough pasture stretches up the slope until it gives way to heather moor.
Near Finglack
Rough pasture stretches up the slope until it gives way to heather moor.
Above Croygorston Rough grass in what is probably a wet hollow below the ridge.
Above Croygorston
Rough grass in what is probably a wet hollow below the ridge.
Croygorston It's not all that easy to see over the whins lining the edge of the minor road in this square,but there is almost a gap just here. Note the brown branches of dead whins. After a severe winter in 2010/2011, a lot of whins have died. The Culloden Viaduct is in the background.
Croygorston
It's not all that easy to see over the whins lining the edge of the minor road in this square,but there is almost a gap just here. Note the brown branches of dead whins. After a severe winter in 2010/2011, a lot of whins have died. The Culloden Viaduct is in the background.
Dead Whins All over the area there are brown branches of dead whins, evidently too tender to survive the severe winter of 2010/2011. In 2011 there was not the usual display of whin flowers in May. Whins, however, regrow from their roots if the stems are cut, burned or otherwise damaged, so it will be interesting to see how long it takes them to return to their former glory.
Dead Whins
All over the area there are brown branches of dead whins, evidently too tender to survive the severe winter of 2010/2011. In 2011 there was not the usual display of whin flowers in May. Whins, however, regrow from their roots if the stems are cut, burned or otherwise damaged, so it will be interesting to see how long it takes them to return to their former glory.
Inverness in the distance from Carn a' Choire Odhair
Inverness in the distance from Carn a' Choire Odhair
Grazing land at Drummore of Clava
Grazing land at Drummore of Clava
Looking northeast along the minor road at Drummore of Clava
Looking northeast along the minor road at Drummore of Clava
Road to Croygorston The Culloden Viaduct, also know as the Nairn Viaduct, can be seen in the distance.
Road to Croygorston
The Culloden Viaduct, also know as the Nairn Viaduct, can be seen in the distance.
Woods at the bridge over Cassie Burn
Woods at the bridge over Cassie Burn
Woods above Croygorston
Woods above Croygorston
Bracken and whins The middle altitude slopes around Nairn are rather prone to being taken over by whins.
Bracken and whins
The middle altitude slopes around Nairn are rather prone to being taken over by whins.
Only way through Whins take over vast acreages in middle altitude Nairnshire and the hillside above and below the road is choked.
Only way through
Whins take over vast acreages in middle altitude Nairnshire and the hillside above and below the road is choked.
Above Croygorstan Scrubby fields and dense whins.
Above Croygorstan
Scrubby fields and dense whins.
Beinn Bhuidhe Bheag Looking N from position
Beinn Bhuidhe Bheag
Looking N from position
Moorland track Looking N towards Beinn Bhuidhe Bheag
Moorland track
Looking N towards Beinn Bhuidhe Bheag
Track splits Left for Beinn Bhuidhe Bheag, right for Beinn Bhuidhe Mhor
Track splits
Left for Beinn Bhuidhe Bheag, right for Beinn Bhuidhe Mhor
Show me another place!

Beinn Uan is located at Grid Ref: NH7843 (Lat: 57.463817, Lng: -4.0336388)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///lateral.published.present. Near Balloch, Highland

Nearby Locations

Saddle Hill Beinn Uan

Related Wikis

Culloden Viaduct
Culloden Viaduct

The Culloden Viaduct is a railway viaduct on the Highland Main Line, to the east of the city of Inverness, in the Highland council area of Scotland. It...

Clava cairn
Clava cairn

The Clava cairn is a type of Bronze Age circular chamber tomb cairn, named after the group of three cairns at Balnuaran of Clava, to the east of Inverness...

Culloden Moor railway station
Culloden Moor railway station

Culloden Moor railway station served the village of Culloden, Highland, Scotland from 1898 to 1965 on the Inverness and Aviemore Direct Railway. ��2�...

Battle of Culloden
Battle of Culloden

The Battle of Culloden (; Scottish Gaelic: Blàr Chùil Lodair) was the final confrontation of the Jacobite rising of 1745. On 16 April 1746, the Jacobite...

Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 57.463817,-4.0336388
Design: barrel
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 57.466468/-4.0380618
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
Design: barrel
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 57.4679198/-4.0332742
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.
Cnoc Meala Sutherland
Copa Shôn Montgomeryshire

Have you been to Beinn Uan?

Leave your review of Beinn Uan below (or comments, questions and feedback).

© 2024 UK Place Database | Privacy