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Cnap Eas Chaorach

Hill, Mountain in Banffshire

Scotland

Cnap Eas Chaorach

Coire nan Sac A small corrie draining into the River Avon near Dail nan Sac.
Coire nan Sac Credit: Anne Burgess

Cnap Eas Chaorach is a prominent hill located in Banffshire, Scotland. It stands at an elevation of approximately 475 meters (1,558 feet) above sea level, making it a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Situated in the Cairngorms National Park, Cnap Eas Chaorach offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Its position within the park provides visitors with an opportunity to experience the diverse and rich wildlife and flora found in the area.

The hill is characterized by its distinctive shape, with a conical summit that gives it an imposing presence. The ascent to the top is challenging but rewarding, offering a sense of achievement to those who reach the summit. The hill is mainly composed of granite, and its slopes are covered in heather and grasses, adding to its picturesque appeal.

Cnap Eas Chaorach is also known for its proximity to the River Avon, which flows at the base of the hill. This river provides a scenic backdrop and is home to various species of fish, making it a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts.

Due to its location in the Cairngorms National Park, Cnap Eas Chaorach is subject to the Scottish Outdoor Access Code, which encourages responsible access to the countryside. This means that visitors should be mindful of preserving the natural environment and respecting any restrictions or guidelines in place.

Overall, Cnap Eas Chaorach offers a challenging yet rewarding experience for outdoor enthusiasts, with its stunning views, diverse wildlife, and tranquil surroundings.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 57.171042/-3.4059781 or Grid Reference NJ1509. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Coire nan Sac A small corrie draining into the River Avon near Dail nan Sac.
Coire nan Sac
A small corrie draining into the River Avon near Dail nan Sac.
River Avon Looking upriver, with the steep slope of The Neilead on the left.
River Avon
Looking upriver, with the steep slope of The Neilead on the left.
Allt Nathrach Allt Nathrach joins the River Avon here.
Allt Nathrach
Allt Nathrach joins the River Avon here.
Rocky Outcrop I wonder if this might be a fault plane in the Glenfiddich Pelite Formation.
Rocky Outcrop
I wonder if this might be a fault plane in the Glenfiddich Pelite Formation.
Burn of Loin From Cnap Chaochan Aitinn. The tributary is Caochan Garvoun.
Burn of Loin
From Cnap Chaochan Aitinn. The tributary is Caochan Garvoun.
River Avon below Foal's Craig
River Avon below Foal's Craig
On a heathery ridge above Glen Loin Ben Avon forms the background.
On a heathery ridge above Glen Loin
Ben Avon forms the background.
Summit of Big Garvoun An old, overgrown cairn marks the spot. Ben Avon and Beinn a' Bhuird in the distance.
Summit of Big Garvoun
An old, overgrown cairn marks the spot. Ben Avon and Beinn a' Bhuird in the distance.
River Avon The nearer channel is actually from a spring a little further up the strath, which joins the main river here.
River Avon
The nearer channel is actually from a spring a little further up the strath, which joins the main river here.
Strath Avon One left, below the road, is the burn that emerges from a spring at the foot of The Neilead, which is the slope on the left. On the right is the main channel of the River Avon.
Strath Avon
One left, below the road, is the burn that emerges from a spring at the foot of The Neilead, which is the slope on the left. On the right is the main channel of the River Avon.
Glen Avon After a long two days walking from Linn of Dee over all the Eastern Cairngorm high tops, it's time to stop for the night.
Glen Avon
After a long two days walking from Linn of Dee over all the Eastern Cairngorm high tops, it's time to stop for the night.
Early Morning Mist in Glen Avon
Early Morning Mist in Glen Avon
Summit of Cnap Chaochan Aitin. A 715m high hill in the eastern Monadh Ruadh was a tough proposition on a very windy day. The estate maintains a radio relay up here; it's quite a cluttered summit.
Summit of Cnap Chaochan Aitin.
A 715m high hill in the eastern Monadh Ruadh was a tough proposition on a very windy day. The estate maintains a radio relay up here; it's quite a cluttered summit.
The road to Inchrory. A wealth of physical geographical features can be seen from this point on the road, just beyond where it changes from tarmac to hardcore surface. There is a river terrace, a moraine, river braiding, all in a glaciated valley.
The road to Inchrory.
A wealth of physical geographical features can be seen from this point on the road, just beyond where it changes from tarmac to hardcore surface. There is a river terrace, a moraine, river braiding, all in a glaciated valley.
Foal's Crag. At many places on the valley side, steep rock outcrops appear. Some give rise to scree slopes.
Foal's Crag.
At many places on the valley side, steep rock outcrops appear. Some give rise to scree slopes.
Caterpillar crossing. Fortunately, traffic levels are extremely low.
Caterpillar crossing.
Fortunately, traffic levels are extremely low.
Track, Glen Loin Hill track going down from Cnap Chaochan Aitinn to meet the main Glen Loin track.
Track, Glen Loin
Hill track going down from Cnap Chaochan Aitinn to meet the main Glen Loin track.
Burn of Loin Flowing through Glen Loin below scree slopes of Cnap Eas Chaorach.
Burn of Loin
Flowing through Glen Loin below scree slopes of Cnap Eas Chaorach.
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Cnap Eas Chaorach is located at Grid Ref: NJ1509 (Lat: 57.171042, Lng: -3.4059781)

Unitary Authority: Moray

Police Authority: North East

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