Balshando Hill

Hill, Mountain in Angus

Scotland

Balshando Hill

Smith Loch and Smithton Hill Most of this square is a newly planted conifer plantation, broken up by heathery moorland. The swampy area of Smith Loch is the most prominent &#039;feature&#039; in the landscape. Hard going. — Smith Loch and Smithton Hill Credit: Aleks Scholz

Balshando Hill, located in the county of Angus, Scotland, is a prominent hill that stands at an elevation of 370 meters (1,214 feet). It is situated near the village of Balshando, approximately 5 kilometers (3 miles) southwest of the town of Forfar. Balshando Hill is a part of the Sidlaw Hills range, which extends from the River Tay in the south to the Montrose Basin in the north.

The hill offers a picturesque landscape with its rolling slopes and lush green vegetation. It is predominantly covered in grass and heather, creating a beautiful contrast against the clear blue skies. At the summit, there is a trig point, which serves as a marker for measuring distances and angles. From this vantage point, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the Sidlaw Hills, the Strathmore Valley, and the Grampian Mountains in the distance.

Balshando Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and nature lovers. There are several walking trails that lead to the summit, varying in difficulty to accommodate different fitness levels. The hill is known for its rich biodiversity, hosting a variety of wildlife species such as red deer, rabbits, and various bird species. It is also home to a diverse range of flora, including wildflowers, ferns, and mosses.

Overall, Balshando Hill offers a tranquil and scenic retreat for those seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing a perfect opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy the stunning Scottish countryside.

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Balshando Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.506021/-3.1744432 or Grid Reference NO2735. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Smith Loch and Smithton Hill

Most of this square is a newly planted conifer plantation, broken up by heathery moorland. The swampy area of Smith Loch is the most prominent 'feature' in the landscape. Hard going.

Aleks Scholz

Tullybaccart viewpoint

This small cairn marks the highest point of the land around the Tullybaccart quarry. The point is surrounded mostly by tree plantations. This is the view towards the south into Fife - the Lomond hills on the horizon on the right.

Aleks Scholz

This is a path

It's hard to tell, but this is a path that branches off the main track to Laird's Loch, and leads towards Ballo Hill. It eventually reaches a fence, but a network of similarly faint and muddy tracks covers the slopes south of the loch.

Aleks Scholz

Ledcrieff Loch

The loch seen from the dam at its western edge.

Aleks Scholz

Ardgarth Hill

The ridge next to Lundie Craigs is less rock, more heather, and only some isolated trees.

Aleks Scholz

Farmland near the village of Lundie

Douglas Nelson

Upland farming near Lundie

Douglas Nelson

Children's pond at Ledyatt

Douglas Nelson

Path to Laird's Loch

A muddy narrow path through undergrowth - well used though, I wheeled a bike across and somebody carried an inflatable canoe through a few minutes earlier.

Richard Webb