Bhonich

Hill, Mountain in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Bhonich

Lone tree in Glen Feardar Lone tree on the moorland. The pallets in the foreground are sometimes used for beehives. — Lone tree in Glen Feardar Credit: David Robertson

Bhonich, located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, is a picturesque hill/mountain that offers breathtaking natural beauty and recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Standing at an elevation of approximately 400 meters (1,300 feet), it is a prominent feature in the region's landscape.

The hill/mountain is characterized by its distinct shape and rugged terrain. Its slopes are covered in lush greenery, with patches of heather and wildflowers adding vibrant colors to the landscape. The summit offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including rolling hills, expansive farmlands, and distant mountain ranges.

Bhonich is a popular destination for hikers and hillwalkers, with several trails leading to the summit. The routes vary in difficulty, catering to both experienced mountaineers and casual walkers. Along the way, visitors may encounter local wildlife such as red deer, mountain hares, and various species of birds.

The hill/mountain also holds historical significance, with traces of ancient settlements and archaeological sites found in its vicinity. These remnants provide insight into the area's rich cultural heritage and offer opportunities for exploration and discovery.

Bhonich is easily accessible, located within a short distance from nearby towns and villages. It attracts visitors year-round, with each season bringing its own unique charm. Whether it's the vibrant colors of autumn, the snowy landscapes of winter, or the blooming flora of spring and summer, Bhonich promises an unforgettable experience for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

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Bhonich Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.053335/-3.3206592 or Grid Reference NO1996. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lone tree in Glen Feardar Lone tree on the moorland. The pallets in the foreground are sometimes used for beehives.

Lone tree in Glen Feardar

Lone tree on the moorland. The pallets in the foreground are sometimes used for beehives.

David Robertson

Aged larch above Glen Feardar

Aged larch above Glen Feardar

Birch woods, Glen Feardar When the glen was inhabited, there would have been fewer birches. The trees have grown well on former farm land and are reclaiming moorland too.

Birch woods, Glen Feardar

When the glen was inhabited, there would have been fewer birches. The trees have grown well on former farm land and are reclaiming moorland too.

Dykes, Auchtavan Auchtavan was a farm high in Glen Feardar, a glen which has some fertile soils through the presence of limestone. Some farmland has been reclaimed by the birkwoods, but fields do remain with fallen walls.

Dykes, Auchtavan

Auchtavan was a farm high in Glen Feardar, a glen which has some fertile soils through the presence of limestone. Some farmland has been reclaimed by the birkwoods, but fields do remain with fallen walls.

Moorland, Glen Feardar A grouse moor above the fertile Glen Feardar. There is a good view of Lochnagar and much of the Balmoral Forest from here. When you get higher you also get a good appreciation of how vast Ben Avon is.

Moorland, Glen Feardar

A grouse moor above the fertile Glen Feardar. There is a good view of Lochnagar and much of the Balmoral Forest from here. When you get higher you also get a good appreciation of how vast Ben Avon is.

Bog, Bad na Dearcaig There is a lot of surface water on these hills, but the bogs are usually easily crossed. The hill is Culardoch 900m/312m

Bog, Bad na Dearcaig

There is a lot of surface water on these hills, but the bogs are usually easily crossed. The hill is Culardoch 900m/312m

Summit of Bad na Cuileag A bump on the moors east of Culardoch.

Summit of Bad na Cuileag

A bump on the moors east of Culardoch.

Monaltrie Moss A big area of boggy moorland between Glen Gairn and Glen Feardar.

Monaltrie Moss

A big area of boggy moorland between Glen Gairn and Glen Feardar.

A track east of Culardoch Under Culardoch (900m/312m) on moorland between Glen Feardar and Glen Gairn.

A track east of Culardoch

Under Culardoch (900m/312m) on moorland between Glen Feardar and Glen Gairn.

Field near Auchtavan The trees are beside a dyke which enclosed a field at the abandoned farm of Auchtavan.

Field near Auchtavan

The trees are beside a dyke which enclosed a field at the abandoned farm of Auchtavan.

Moorland, Auchtavan A track runs up from grassy fields towards grouse butts on Creag Bhalg.

Moorland, Auchtavan

A track runs up from grassy fields towards grouse butts on Creag Bhalg.

Moorland, Glen Feardar The track fades away on the 600m plateau north of Glen Feardar. It follows a line of grouse butts up the hillside.

Moorland, Glen Feardar

The track fades away on the 600m plateau north of Glen Feardar. It follows a line of grouse butts up the hillside.

Grouse butts A faint track rises towards Bad na Deargag past a line of simple grouse butts.

Grouse butts

A faint track rises towards Bad na Deargag past a line of simple grouse butts.

Bogs, Bad na Dearcag A view across waterlogged land towards the minor top of Bad na Cuileag.

Bogs, Bad na Dearcag

A view across waterlogged land towards the minor top of Bad na Cuileag.

Moss, Bad na Dearcag The ring contour corresponds to an island of dry heath, surrounded by bogs. Culardoch is in the background.

Moss, Bad na Dearcag

The ring contour corresponds to an island of dry heath, surrounded by bogs. Culardoch is in the background.

Bad na Cuileag Moorland bump near Culardoch, there is quite a lot of peat bog here as well as drier montane heath.

Bad na Cuileag

Moorland bump near Culardoch, there is quite a lot of peat bog here as well as drier montane heath.

Bog, Bad na Cuileag Pools in the peat bogs beside a big deer fence. The fence has been badly damaged in places where it crosses the site of big snow drifts. The two winters of 2010 were extremely snowy and there was a lot of damage to property from the weight of the snow.

Bog, Bad na Cuileag

Pools in the peat bogs beside a big deer fence. The fence has been badly damaged in places where it crosses the site of big snow drifts. The two winters of 2010 were extremely snowy and there was a lot of damage to property from the weight of the snow.

Damaged fence, Monaltrie Moss The fence has almost certainly been wrecked by snow. No one would climb a fence from a pool and the damage is on a large scale. This must be the site of a big drift during one or both of the big snow winters of 2010.

Damaged fence, Monaltrie Moss

The fence has almost certainly been wrecked by snow. No one would climb a fence from a pool and the damage is on a large scale. This must be the site of a big drift during one or both of the big snow winters of 2010.

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Bhonich is located at Grid Ref: NO1996 (Lat: 57.053335, Lng: -3.3206592)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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