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Carn Ait

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

Carn Ait

Top of Creag Leacach
Top of Creag Leacach Credit: Steven Brown

Carn Ait is a prominent hill located in Perthshire, Scotland. Standing at a height of 712 meters (2,336 feet), it is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts looking to experience the stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is known for its distinctive shape and rugged terrain, making it a challenging but rewarding climb for those seeking adventure. The summit of Carn Ait offers panoramic views of the rolling hills and valleys of Perthshire, as well as glimpses of the nearby Loch Tay.

The area surrounding Carn Ait is rich in wildlife, with a variety of bird species and plant life to be discovered along the way. Hikers may also come across evidence of the hill's rich history, including remnants of ancient settlements and burial sites.

Access to Carn Ait is typically via well-marked trails, though the terrain can be steep and uneven in places. It is recommended that hikers come prepared with appropriate gear and clothing, as weather conditions can change rapidly at higher altitudes.

Overall, Carn Ait is a picturesque and challenging hill that offers a rewarding outdoor experience for those looking to explore the natural beauty of Perthshire.

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Carn Ait Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.84213/-3.4072277 or Grid Reference NO1473. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Top of Creag Leacach
Top of Creag Leacach
Col south-west of summit of Creag Leacach Creag Leacach is a Munro on the eastern side of Gleann Beag. The col is a gap between the mountain's summit which lies to the left out of the image and a lesser top to the right. There's extensive bilberry cover on the ground. The view beyond the gap is to and past a number of other hills; the prominent central cone is Mount Blair.
Col south-west of summit of Creag Leacach
Creag Leacach is a Munro on the eastern side of Gleann Beag. The col is a gap between the mountain's summit which lies to the left out of the image and a lesser top to the right. There's extensive bilberry cover on the ground. The view beyond the gap is to and past a number of other hills; the prominent central cone is Mount Blair.
Summit Area, Creag Leacach Scree on the upper slopes of Creag Leacach, viewed on an overcast and cold October afternoon.
Summit Area, Creag Leacach
Scree on the upper slopes of Creag Leacach, viewed on an overcast and cold October afternoon.
Gleann Beag Looking across the glen to Carn Aig Mhala, a subsidiary top between Carn an Daimh to the right and Carn Ait to the left. The burn in a dark gorge on the right is Allt Gaineamhach, and on the left is Allt Crò na h-Airighe.
Gleann Beag
Looking across the glen to Carn Aig Mhala, a subsidiary top between Carn an Daimh to the right and Carn Ait to the left. The burn in a dark gorge on the right is Allt Gaineamhach, and on the left is Allt Crò na h-Airighe.
Gleann Beag Looking up the glen towards Cairnwell (933 metres) in NO1377. The ridge at upper left is Creag nan Eun, which is in this square. The name means 'crag of the birds'. According to the road signs, sheep larger than deer are apparently to be watched out for.
Gleann Beag
Looking up the glen towards Cairnwell (933 metres) in NO1377. The ridge at upper left is Creag nan Eun, which is in this square. The name means 'crag of the birds'. According to the road signs, sheep larger than deer are apparently to be watched out for.
Allt Gorm Allt Gorm means either 'blue burn' or 'green burn' - Gaelic uses the same word for what English describes as two different colours. Its course runs diagonally across this view from upper left to lower right, and it joins Allt a' Ghlinne Bheag out of view to the right. The summit is Carn Ait (764 metres) in NO1473.
Allt Gorm
Allt Gorm means either 'blue burn' or 'green burn' - Gaelic uses the same word for what English describes as two different colours. Its course runs diagonally across this view from upper left to lower right, and it joins Allt a' Ghlinne Bheag out of view to the right. The summit is Carn Ait (764 metres) in NO1473.
Meall Gorm The name means 'round green hill' or 'round blue hill'. The summit (759 metres) is in the next square, but most of this view is in this square, including the burn, Allt a' Ghlinne Bhig in the foreground.
Meall Gorm
The name means 'round green hill' or 'round blue hill'. The summit (759 metres) is in the next square, but most of this view is in this square, including the burn, Allt a' Ghlinne Bhig in the foreground.
Slopes of Creag Leacach From the col with Carn Ait.
Slopes of Creag Leacach
From the col with Carn Ait.
On Creag Leacach The old Devil's Elbow down below on the A93.
On Creag Leacach
The old Devil's Elbow down below on the A93.
Creag Leacach Proving that height is not everything when it comes to the mountains, Creag Leacach is nearly a hundred metres shorter than its near neighbours Glas Maol and Carn of Claise, but is by far the most spectacular peak on the circuit.
Creag Leacach
Proving that height is not everything when it comes to the mountains, Creag Leacach is nearly a hundred metres shorter than its near neighbours Glas Maol and Carn of Claise, but is by far the most spectacular peak on the circuit.
Steeply descending towards Meall Gorm From Creag Leacach.
Steeply descending towards Meall Gorm
From Creag Leacach.
A scatter of boulders on the side of Creag Leacach Looking towards Ben Earb, the hill of the roe deer.
A scatter of boulders on the side of Creag Leacach
Looking towards Ben Earb, the hill of the roe deer.
Old gateway in the pass On the watershed between Shee and Isla.
Old gateway in the pass
On the watershed between Shee and Isla.
Spring sunshine in Glen Brighty The screes on Creag Leacach drop in from the left. The hump of Glas Maol sunlit beyond.
Spring sunshine in Glen Brighty
The screes on Creag Leacach drop in from the left. The hump of Glas Maol sunlit beyond.
Approaching summit of Creag Leacach Stone wall runs up and over the summit of the Munro.
Approaching summit of Creag Leacach
Stone wall runs up and over the summit of the Munro.
Towards Meall Gorm Looking down on the hill from the lower slopes of Creag Leacach.
Towards Meall Gorm
Looking down on the hill from the lower slopes of Creag Leacach.
Creag Leacach Hill to the south of Glas Maol on the Perthshire/Angus march. It often looks purple and gives a good view when you come over the Cairnwell Pass.
Creag Leacach
Hill to the south of Glas Maol on the Perthshire/Angus march. It often looks purple and gives a good view when you come over the Cairnwell Pass.
Creag Leacach as seen from Glas Maol
Creag Leacach as seen from Glas Maol
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Carn Ait is located at Grid Ref: NO1473 (Lat: 56.84213, Lng: -3.4072277)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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