Brunt Hill

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

Brunt Hill

Felled area, Craigbackie
Felled area, Craigbackie Credit: Richard Webb

Brunt Hill is an impressive mountain located in the picturesque region of Perthshire, Scotland. Rising to an elevation of approximately 700 meters (2,297 feet), it is often regarded as one of the most captivating natural features in the area. Situated within the southern part of the Grampian Mountains, Brunt Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Covered in lush green vegetation during the warmer months, the hill showcases a stunning array of wildflowers, creating a vibrant and colorful scene. As visitors venture up the hill, they are greeted by a diverse range of flora and fauna, including heather, ferns, and various species of birds.

The ascent up Brunt Hill can be challenging, with steep and rugged terrain that demands a moderate level of fitness and experience. However, the reward at the summit is well worth the effort. On clear days, the vantage point at the top allows for breathtaking views of the rolling hills, shimmering lochs, and distant mountain ranges.

For those seeking more than just scenic beauty, Brunt Hill also serves as a gateway to a plethora of outdoor activities. Hiking and mountaineering are popular pursuits, with several well-marked trails leading to and around the hill. Additionally, the surrounding area offers opportunities for camping, fishing, and wildlife spotting.

Overall, Brunt Hill is a captivating natural wonder in Perthshire, offering a remarkable blend of awe-inspiring views, challenging terrain, and outdoor recreation opportunities, making it an ideal destination for visitors seeking to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

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Brunt Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.251511/-3.5659929 or Grid Reference NO0307. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Felled area, Craigbackie
Felled area, Craigbackie
Tonguey Faulds The Water of Mey and lots of spiky trees.
Tonguey Faulds
The Water of Mey and lots of spiky trees.
Heathery Knowe Felled and replanted woodland.
Heathery Knowe
Felled and replanted woodland.
Cap Law Felled area from the Dunning Road.
Cap Law
Felled area from the Dunning Road.
Blair's Den Ochil reentrant revealed by clear felling.
Blair's Den
Ochil reentrant revealed by clear felling.
Littlerig Looking down to the B934 from the slopes of Lamb Hill.
Littlerig
Looking down to the B934 from the slopes of Lamb Hill.
Little Rig Recently felled conifers.
Little Rig
Recently felled conifers.
Clear fell, Little Rig
Clear fell, Little Rig
Gated Track entering forestry at Littlerig Looking southward
Gated Track entering forestry at Littlerig
Looking southward
Road (B934) beside the car park near Heatherie Knowe Looking south-westward.
Road (B934) beside the car park near Heatherie Knowe
Looking south-westward.
Road (B934) near Ferny Braes Looking south-westward.
Road (B934) near Ferny Braes
Looking south-westward.
Forest road, Littlerig The road up Innerdouny appears to be quite a popular walk now.
Forest road, Littlerig
The road up Innerdouny appears to be quite a popular walk now.
Third Hill Now ploughed, planted with trees and within a high fence.
Third Hill
Now ploughed, planted with trees and within a high fence.
Felled area, Littlerig The road is often used for an ascent of Innerdouny.
Felled area, Littlerig
The road is often used for an ascent of Innerdouny.
South Queich headwaters Forestry on the slopes of Innerdouny. The foreground is a strip of grassland between the spruce plantation and a newly planted woodland on Mellock Hill.
South Queich headwaters
Forestry on the slopes of Innerdouny. The foreground is a strip of grassland between the spruce plantation and a newly planted woodland on Mellock Hill.
Fences, Mellock Hill A gap between an old fence and a new high deer fence which surrounds the Earnieside plantation which has appeared in the last couple of years.
Fences, Mellock Hill
A gap between an old fence and a new high deer fence which surrounds the Earnieside plantation which has appeared in the last couple of years.
New plantation, Mellock Hill Mellock Hill's west side has been fenced off and planted with trees. The summit is still outside the fence.
New plantation, Mellock Hill
Mellock Hill's west side has been fenced off and planted with trees. The summit is still outside the fence.
Headwaters, South Queich The big fence surrounds a newly planted forestry block on former sheepwalk at Earnieside.  The fence can be followed round to the summit of Mellock Hill (which is fortunately on the outside).
Headwaters, South Queich
The big fence surrounds a newly planted forestry block on former sheepwalk at Earnieside. The fence can be followed round to the summit of Mellock Hill (which is fortunately on the outside).
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Brunt Hill is located at Grid Ref: NO0307 (Lat: 56.251511, Lng: -3.5659929)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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///passing.outfitter.journey. Near Milnathort, Perth & Kinross

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 56.251511,-3.5659929
Brunt Hill
Ele: 456
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 56.251786/-3.5659258
Innerdouny Hill
Cairn: no
Corbett: no
Donald: no
Ele: 497
Graham: no
Marilyn: yes
Munro: no
Natural: peak
Prominence: 228
Wikidata: Q79808208
Wikipedia: en:Innerdouny Hill
Lat/Long: 56.248522/-3.5634346
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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