Lundie Craigs

Hill, Mountain in Angus

Scotland

Lundie Craigs

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.
Smith Loch and Smithton Hill Credit: Aleks Scholz

Lundie Craigs is a prominent hill/mountain located in the county of Angus, Scotland. It is part of the Sidlaw Hills range and stands at an elevation of around 450 meters (1,476 feet) above sea level. The hill is situated approximately 8 kilometers (5 miles) northwest of the town of Dundee.

Lundie Craigs is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, with steep slopes and craggy outcrops. The hill is predominantly composed of sandstone, which gives it a distinct reddish-brown hue. It is a popular destination for hikers, climbers, and nature enthusiasts, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

The hill is covered in a mixture of heather, grasses, and scattered shrubs, providing habitat for a variety of wildlife. Common species found in the area include red grouse, roe deer, and various bird species such as buzzards and kestrels.

There are several walking paths and trails that lead up to the summit of Lundie Craigs, providing access to its stunning panoramic views. The hill is often visited by locals and tourists alike, seeking a challenging yet rewarding outdoor experience.

Overall, Lundie Craigs is a notable feature of the Angus countryside, offering a picturesque and invigorating natural environment for outdoor enthusiasts to explore and enjoy.

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Lundie Craigs Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.526886/-3.1703582 or Grid Reference NO2837. 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.
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.
Ledcrieff Loch The loch seen from the dam at its western edge.
Ledcrieff Loch
The loch seen from the dam at its western edge.
Ardgarth Hill The ridge next to Lundie Craigs is less rock, more heather, and only some isolated trees.
Ardgarth Hill
The ridge next to Lundie Craigs is less rock, more heather, and only some isolated trees.
Farmland at Kirkton of Lundie
Farmland at Kirkton of Lundie
Farmland near the village of Lundie
Farmland near the village of Lundie
Upland farming near Lundie
Upland farming near Lundie
Lundie Road out of Lundie.
Lundie
Road out of Lundie.
Wooded roadside, Balshando Below a road into Lundie, the road is on an old alignment (pre 1959) of the A923.
Wooded roadside, Balshando
Below a road into Lundie, the road is on an old alignment (pre 1959) of the A923.
Minor road near Lundie This road was once the A923 before it was rebuilt further up the hill on the right.
Minor road near Lundie
This road was once the A923 before it was rebuilt further up the hill on the right.
Cow path near Lundie Lundie Craigs in the background.
Cow path near Lundie
Lundie Craigs in the background.
Road to Lundie From the west.
Road to Lundie
From the west.
From the top of Lundie Craigs Looking down from the top of Lundie Craigs near the antenna.
From the top of Lundie Craigs
Looking down from the top of Lundie Craigs near the antenna.
Westerkeith Hill Trig Pillar The triangulation pillar on Westerkeith Hill with the Lomond Hills in Fife in the background.
Westerkeith Hill Trig Pillar
The triangulation pillar on Westerkeith Hill with the Lomond Hills in Fife in the background.
The edge of Drumsuldry Wood The last few trees on the eastern edge of Drumsuldry Wood viewed from the track heading towards Keillor Hill.
The edge of Drumsuldry Wood
The last few trees on the eastern edge of Drumsuldry Wood viewed from the track heading towards Keillor Hill.
Long Loch from Keillor Hill Part of Long Loch viewed from Keillor Hill to the north-west.
Long Loch from Keillor Hill
Part of Long Loch viewed from Keillor Hill to the north-west.
Mackenzie Meridian (Privy's Prap) Privy's Prap monument, with Strathmore and the mountains beyond.
Mackenzie Meridian (Privy's Prap)
Privy's Prap monument, with Strathmore and the mountains beyond.
Mackenzie Meridian from the south-west The Privy's Prap monument with Kinpurnie Hill to the right.
Mackenzie Meridian from the south-west
The Privy's Prap monument with Kinpurnie Hill to the right.
Old Direction sign - Signpost Pawn finial - no arms; by the UC road, in parish of Lundie (Angus District), road to Lundie, just West of drive to Balshando, on verge, North side of road.

To be surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: AN_NO2835
Old Direction sign - Signpost
Pawn finial - no arms; by the UC road, in parish of Lundie (Angus District), road to Lundie, just West of drive to Balshando, on verge, North side of road. To be surveyed Milestone Society National ID: AN_NO2835
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Lundie Craigs is located at Grid Ref: NO2837 (Lat: 56.526886, Lng: -3.1703582)

Unitary Authority: Angus

Police Authority: Tayside

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Ele: 353
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