West Dron Hill

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

West Dron Hill

Power line, Dumbuils Between Perth and Kincardine on Forth.
Power line, Dumbuils Credit: Richard Webb

West Dron Hill is a prominent hill located in the region of Perthshire, Scotland. It is part of the larger Dron Hill range, which is situated in the southern part of the county. With an elevation of around 401 meters (1,315 feet), West Dron Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes.

The hill is characterized by its rounded shape and its lush green vegetation, which is dominated by heather and grasses. Its slopes are relatively gentle, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. The ascent to the summit is moderate, providing a pleasant and accessible outdoor experience.

At the top of West Dron Hill, visitors can enjoy magnificent vistas of the Perthshire countryside, including the picturesque Strathmore Valley. On clear days, the view extends to the distant peaks of the Grampian Mountains, adding to the allure of the location.

West Dron Hill is also known for its rich wildlife. It is home to a variety of bird species, including buzzards and kestrels, which can often be seen soaring above the hill. Additionally, the surrounding moorland supports a diverse range of flora and fauna, with occasional sightings of deer and other small mammals.

Given its proximity to nearby towns and villages, West Dron Hill is easily accessible by both car and public transportation. Its tranquil setting and stunning views make it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, providing an opportunity to connect with nature and experience the beauty of Perthshire's countryside.

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West Dron Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.319076/-3.4313862 or Grid Reference NO1114. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Power line, Dumbuils Between Perth and Kincardine on Forth.
Power line, Dumbuils
Between Perth and Kincardine on Forth.
Barley field near Pitkeathly Looking south-west over a field of barley near Pitkeathly, with Glenearn Hill beyond.
Barley field near Pitkeathly
Looking south-west over a field of barley near Pitkeathly, with Glenearn Hill beyond.
Sunflower tinged meadow Grassland with the occasional sunflower between Pitkeathly and Dron, with Mailer Hill in the distance.
Sunflower tinged meadow
Grassland with the occasional sunflower between Pitkeathly and Dron, with Mailer Hill in the distance.
West Dron Hill Sheep scattered along the north-eastern slope of West Dron Hill.
West Dron Hill
Sheep scattered along the north-eastern slope of West Dron Hill.
Westhall Hill (and Strathearn) Photo taken from western earthworks (foreground) of hill fort lying northeast of Culteuchar Hill. General view of Westhall Hill on right and looking west up Strathearn.  Pointed summit of Ben Vorlich (Loch Earn) on the horizon.
Westhall Hill (and Strathearn)
Photo taken from western earthworks (foreground) of hill fort lying northeast of Culteuchar Hill. General view of Westhall Hill on right and looking west up Strathearn. Pointed summit of Ben Vorlich (Loch Earn) on the horizon.
Castle Hill cairn The cairn is built in the centre of concentric trenches and banks which mark the location of a hill fort. The trig point on Culteuchar Hill can just be seen on the horizon.
Castle Hill cairn
The cairn is built in the centre of concentric trenches and banks which mark the location of a hill fort. The trig point on Culteuchar Hill can just be seen on the horizon.
Hill Fort at Castle Law Ancient hill fort viewed from the flank of Culteuchar Hill shows the several layers of defensive ditches.
Hill Fort at Castle Law
Ancient hill fort viewed from the flank of Culteuchar Hill shows the several layers of defensive ditches.
Cattle, Lochelbank The road serves the wind farm.
Cattle, Lochelbank
The road serves the wind farm.
Turbines, Lochelbank By today's standards these are small turbines and relatively well hidden in views.
Turbines, Lochelbank
By today's standards these are small turbines and relatively well hidden in views.
Lochelbank wind farm A pair of turbines and now shrunken forestry plantation.
Lochelbank wind farm
A pair of turbines and now shrunken forestry plantation.
Field, Lochelbank Sometimes you can look in other directions from the wind turbines.
Field, Lochelbank
Sometimes you can look in other directions from the wind turbines.
Cairn Geddes Possible Bronze Age site - a stone coffin was once found here, (glenfarg.org).
Cairn Geddes
Possible Bronze Age site - a stone coffin was once found here, (glenfarg.org).
Signpost, Wallace Road The diversion sign dates the building of the wind farm to 2011.
Signpost, Wallace Road
The diversion sign dates the building of the wind farm to 2011.
West Dron Hill Farm Now ruined: beside the Wallace Road.
West Dron Hill Farm
Now ruined: beside the Wallace Road.
Dron Hill With small quarry.
Dron Hill
With small quarry.
The Dron Burn Grassy uplands in the Ochil Hills you pass by on the M90.
The Dron Burn
Grassy uplands in the Ochil Hills you pass by on the M90.
On Dron Hill Ochils grassland.
On Dron Hill
Ochils grassland.
Ash tree, Dron Hill A boundary between rough grazing and an arable field.
Ash tree, Dron Hill
A boundary between rough grazing and an arable field.
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West Dron Hill is located at Grid Ref: NO1114 (Lat: 56.319076, Lng: -3.4313862)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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Located within 500m of 56.319076,-3.4313862
West Dron Hill
Ele: 291
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 56.3193091/-3.4312975
Mundie
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 56.315425/-3.4284793
Historic: Fort_(Ruin)
Lat/Long: 56.3205795/-3.4310676
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