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Black Hill

Hill, Mountain in Fife

Scotland

Black Hill

Cleish Hills Forestry Conifer plantation to the north of Loch Glow.
Cleish Hills Forestry Credit: Robert Struthers

Black Hill is a prominent hill located in the Kingdom of Fife, Scotland. Standing at an elevation of approximately 331 meters (1,086 feet), it is a notable landmark in the region. Situated within the Lomond Hills Regional Park, Black Hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and the nearby Loch Leven.

The hill is formed of volcanic rock, primarily composed of dolerite, which gives it a distinct dark appearance, hence the name "Black Hill." It is a popular destination for hikers, walkers, and nature enthusiasts, offering a variety of trails and paths to explore. The main ascent to the summit is relatively gentle, making it accessible to a wide range of visitors.

At the top of Black Hill, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking views of the Fife countryside, including the Lomond Hills, the Firth of Tay, and on clear days, even the distant peaks of the Scottish Highlands. The summit is marked by a trig point, providing a perfect spot for a picnic or to simply take in the scenic beauty.

The hill is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including heather, bilberry, and various bird species. It is also rich in historical and archaeological significance, with remains of ancient settlements and hill forts scattered across its slopes.

Overall, Black Hill in Fife offers a wonderful opportunity to immerse oneself in nature and enjoy the tranquil beauty of the Scottish countryside.

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Black Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.149371/-3.5001486 or Grid Reference NT0696. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cleish Hills Forestry Conifer plantation to the north of Loch Glow.
Cleish Hills Forestry
Conifer plantation to the north of Loch Glow.
From one Innean to another The middle Innean is the highest of the three summits, at 336m. Peeping over its shoulder is the most northerly of the three.
From one Innean to another
The middle Innean is the highest of the three summits, at 336m. Peeping over its shoulder is the most northerly of the three.
Firebreak in Cleish Hills Plantation
Firebreak in Cleish Hills Plantation
Dumglow Trig Point Dumglow offers fine views in all directions, here it is to the Ochil Hills in the north.
Dumglow Trig Point
Dumglow offers fine views in all directions, here it is to the Ochil Hills in the north.
View from Dumglow Looking west from Dumglow; in the foreground are the Georgeton Hills, the Ochils on the right and the Gargunnock Hills in the distance on the left. Almost dead centre can be faintly discerned Wallace Monument on its small hill.
View from Dumglow
Looking west from Dumglow; in the foreground are the Georgeton Hills, the Ochils on the right and the Gargunnock Hills in the distance on the left. Almost dead centre can be faintly discerned Wallace Monument on its small hill.
Black Loch A small lochan to the south of Dumglow.
Black Loch
A small lochan to the south of Dumglow.
Georgeton Hills The lesser of the two summits of Georgeton, taken from the primary.
Georgeton Hills
The lesser of the two summits of Georgeton, taken from the primary.
Georgeton Hill and Dumglow
Georgeton Hill and Dumglow
Black Hill Black Hill has a vague flattish summit and is totally bereft of any interesting features.
Black Hill
Black Hill has a vague flattish summit and is totally bereft of any interesting features.
Drystane Dyke Traditional Scottish field boundary, augmented by barbed wire. In the distance is Dumglow hill.
Drystane Dyke
Traditional Scottish field boundary, augmented by barbed wire. In the distance is Dumglow hill.
Are You Looking At Me? ...cause I don't see anyone else here. Suspicious blackface sheep on Black Hill.
Are You Looking At Me?
...cause I don't see anyone else here. Suspicious blackface sheep on Black Hill.
Outh Hill Outh Hill from Park Hill, with the distinctive communication masts of Knock Hill in the background.
Outh Hill
Outh Hill from Park Hill, with the distinctive communication masts of Knock Hill in the background.
Outh Muir from Park Hill Duckboards bridge three tributaries of the Nettly Burn, a distinctive feature on OS maps.
Outh Muir from Park Hill
Duckboards bridge three tributaries of the Nettly Burn, a distinctive feature on OS maps.
Outh Muir meets Tipperton Moss This square is sadly bereft of interesting features.
Outh Muir meets Tipperton Moss
This square is sadly bereft of interesting features.
Boundary Wall, Loch Glow Fife on the right, Kinross on the left.
Boundary Wall, Loch Glow
Fife on the right, Kinross on the left.
Stairway to Heathland The western shore of Loch Glow is very boggy in parts, and bad enough here to merit a bit of assistance.
Stairway to Heathland
The western shore of Loch Glow is very boggy in parts, and bad enough here to merit a bit of assistance.
Dumglow (trig point) The trig point and cairn on the summit of Dumglow.
Dumglow (trig point)
The trig point and cairn on the summit of Dumglow.
Evening light at Outh
Evening light at Outh
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Black Hill is located at Grid Ref: NT0696 (Lat: 56.149371, Lng: -3.5001486)

Unitary Authority: Fife

Police Authority: Fife

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