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Barr Salachaidh

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

Barr Salachaidh

Allt Doire nan Eun The Allt Doire nan Eun with an estate road beside it; the road is the route of the Cateran Trail and also a right of way between Enochdhu and Spittal of Glenshee.
Allt Doire nan Eun Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Barr Salachaidh is a prominent hill located in Perthshire, Scotland. Situated in the southern part of the county, it forms part of the Grampian Mountains range. With an elevation of approximately 678 meters (2,224 feet), it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

The hill is characterized by its rugged terrain, consisting of steep slopes covered in heather and grass, making it a popular destination for hikers and mountaineers seeking a challenging climb. The ascent to the summit provides a rewarding experience, as it offers stunning vistas of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby Loch Tay and the picturesque villages nestled below.

Due to its elevated position, Barr Salachaidh is often subject to unpredictable weather conditions, including strong winds and rapidly changing temperatures. It is advisable for visitors to come prepared with appropriate clothing and equipment.

In addition to its natural beauty, Barr Salachaidh is also known for its rich historical significance. The hill is home to several ancient cairns, which are burial mounds dating back to the Bronze Age. These archaeological features provide insight into the region's past and attract history enthusiasts.

Barr Salachaidh is easily accessible, with various paths and trails leading to its summit. Whether it be for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a physical challenge or those looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Scottish countryside, this hill offers a rewarding experience for all who venture to its peak.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 56.774757/-3.4799805 or Grid Reference NO0965. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Allt Doire nan Eun The Allt Doire nan Eun with an estate road beside it; the road is the route of the Cateran Trail and also a right of way between Enochdhu and Spittal of Glenshee.
Allt Doire nan Eun
The Allt Doire nan Eun with an estate road beside it; the road is the route of the Cateran Trail and also a right of way between Enochdhu and Spittal of Glenshee.
Dry stone wall with hill road The road and wall lie just to the east of the modest hill, Menachban, which is one of a number of rounded hills in the area. Two of those are seen in the image: Barr Salachaidh and Meall Uaine.
Dry stone wall with hill road
The road and wall lie just to the east of the modest hill, Menachban, which is one of a number of rounded hills in the area. Two of those are seen in the image: Barr Salachaidh and Meall Uaine.
View from the Upper Lunch Hut A grey, wet, stormy morning in the Upper Lunch Hut on the track from Enochdhu to Spittal of Glenshee. This is the view from the frontdoor. The hill on the other side is Uchd nan Carn. The simple wooden hut, open for hillwalkers, has been refurbished on the outside in 2019, but the inside is pretty much as shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2857163">NO0867 : Inside the Lunch Hut</a>. Long may that hut survive.
View from the Upper Lunch Hut
A grey, wet, stormy morning in the Upper Lunch Hut on the track from Enochdhu to Spittal of Glenshee. This is the view from the frontdoor. The hill on the other side is Uchd nan Carn. The simple wooden hut, open for hillwalkers, has been refurbished on the outside in 2019, but the inside is pretty much as shown in NO0867 : Inside the Lunch Hut. Long may that hut survive.
Upper gate, Calamanach Wood On the Cateran Trail; a notice on the gate states 'Greengate - footpath to Glenshee'.
Upper gate, Calamanach Wood
On the Cateran Trail; a notice on the gate states 'Greengate - footpath to Glenshee'.
Cateran Trail below Elrig The track heads N then NE to cross An Lairig before descending to Spittal of Glenshee.
Cateran Trail below Elrig
The track heads N then NE to cross An Lairig before descending to Spittal of Glenshee.
Cateran Trail waymark The trail waymark has been carved into the steps up to the gate through the deer fence at the top edge of Calamanach Wood.
Cateran Trail waymark
The trail waymark has been carved into the steps up to the gate through the deer fence at the top edge of Calamanach Wood.
Frogspawn at 450m Frogspawn on a puddle in the track at a height of 450m below Elrig.
Frogspawn at 450m
Frogspawn on a puddle in the track at a height of 450m below Elrig.
Glen of the Allt Doire nan Eun Wide heathery hillsides are on each side of this moorland burn, with a number of hut circles shown on the 1:25,000 map.
Glen of the Allt Doire nan Eun
Wide heathery hillsides are on each side of this moorland burn, with a number of hut circles shown on the 1:25,000 map.
The Cateran Trail and Creag an Dubh Shluic The Allt Doire nan Eun is close to the track just S of the Upper Lunch Hut, with Creag an Dubh Shluic forming the skyline.
The Cateran Trail and Creag an Dubh Shluic
The Allt Doire nan Eun is close to the track just S of the Upper Lunch Hut, with Creag an Dubh Shluic forming the skyline.
Lunch Hut and track to the ridge The track in view rises to the ridge of Uchd na h-Anaile and continues SW to rejoin the Cateran Trail track below Calamanach Wood.
Lunch Hut and track to the ridge
The track in view rises to the ridge of Uchd na h-Anaile and continues SW to rejoin the Cateran Trail track below Calamanach Wood.
Valley of Allt Coire an Laoigh Shallow-angled slopes sweep down to the burn which drains S to join the River Ardle at Enochdhu. On the distant skyline are the twin summits of the Lomonds of Fife.
Valley of Allt Coire an Laoigh
Shallow-angled slopes sweep down to the burn which drains S to join the River Ardle at Enochdhu. On the distant skyline are the twin summits of the Lomonds of Fife.
Smooth grassy track on Uchd na h-Anaile A surface designed to ease progress on the walk down towards Calamanach Wood.
Smooth grassy track on Uchd na h-Anaile
A surface designed to ease progress on the walk down towards Calamanach Wood.
Track down towards Calamanach Wood This track heads down the ridge to skirt the S side of the plantation and rejoin the route of the Cateran Trail.
Track down towards Calamanach Wood
This track heads down the ridge to skirt the S side of the plantation and rejoin the route of the Cateran Trail.
Hut by Allt Doire nan Eun Unlike the Upper Lunch Hut <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2857160">NO0867 : Upper Lunch Hut below Creag Bhreac</a>, this is derelict and in poor repair.
Hut by Allt Doire nan Eun
Unlike the Upper Lunch Hut NO0867 : Upper Lunch Hut below Creag Bhreac, this is derelict and in poor repair.
Bridge and ford, Allt Doire nan Eun Elrig is the conical peak on the centre skyline.
Bridge and ford, Allt Doire nan Eun
Elrig is the conical peak on the centre skyline.
Track alongside Calmanach Wood The track traverses boggy ground before losing height and rejoining the Cateran Trail S of the plantation.
Track alongside Calmanach Wood
The track traverses boggy ground before losing height and rejoining the Cateran Trail S of the plantation.
Moorland heather Beside the Cateran Train, but not yet quite in bloom. The hill in the background is Elrig, which is in NO0766.
Moorland heather
Beside the Cateran Train, but not yet quite in bloom. The hill in the background is Elrig, which is in NO0766.
North of Calamanach Wood Purple heather on the moorland north of the plantation.
North of Calamanach Wood
Purple heather on the moorland north of the plantation.
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Barr Salachaidh is located at Grid Ref: NO0965 (Lat: 56.774757, Lng: -3.4799805)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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