Cat Law

Hill, Mountain in Angus

Scotland

Cat Law

White hare on Craig Marloch Among the boulders and burnt heather.
White hare on Craig Marloch Credit: Russel Wills

Cat Law, Angus (Hill, Mountain) is a prominent geographical feature located in Angus, Scotland. It is situated about 8 kilometers northwest of the town of Kirriemuir, within the larger Cairngorms National Park. This hill/mountain, with an elevation of around 671 meters (2,201 feet), is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and climbers.

Cat Law offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the Grampian Mountains to the west and the fertile farmland of Strathmore to the east. Its distinct rocky summit provides a challenging ascent for experienced climbers, while less experienced walkers can opt for the easier, well-marked trails that lead to the top.

The hill/mountain is rich in wildlife, offering a habitat for various species of birds, including red grouse and peregrine falcons. The lower slopes are covered in heather, creating a vibrant purple landscape during the blooming season. Cat Law is also home to a variety of flora and fauna, with diverse plant species such as bilberry and crowberry thriving in its rugged terrain.

Historically, Cat Law was often used as a landmark for travelers due to its prominent position in the landscape. Its name is believed to have originated from the Gaelic words "cat" meaning "wildcat" and "làth" meaning "hill." This suggests that the hill/mountain might have been a habitat for wildcats in the past.

Overall, Cat Law, Angus (Hill, Mountain) is a nature lover's paradise, offering stunning scenery, diverse wildlife, and recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.

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Cat Law Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.736399/-3.1151703 or Grid Reference NO3161. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

White hare on Craig Marloch Among the boulders and burnt heather.
White hare on Craig Marloch
Among the boulders and burnt heather.
Cat Law with Balintore Castle Cat Law is on the north side of Strathmore and, although not particularly high, it stands out prominently from many other viewpoints within the strath.
Cat Law with Balintore Castle
Cat Law is on the north side of Strathmore and, although not particularly high, it stands out prominently from many other viewpoints within the strath.
Frozen, Rocky Slope En route for the summit of Cat Law this glittering snow slope caught my eye.
Frozen, Rocky Slope
En route for the summit of Cat Law this glittering snow slope caught my eye.
Slope of Cat Law Over the snowy NE ridge to the distant Clova Hills
Slope of Cat Law
Over the snowy NE ridge to the distant Clova Hills
Peat hags at the summit of Cat Law
Peat hags at the summit of Cat Law
The trig point on Cat Law
The trig point on Cat Law
Valley of the Burn of Dairy, west of Cat Law Mount Blair in the distance on the right.
Valley of the Burn of Dairy, west of Cat Law
Mount Blair in the distance on the right.
The track up Cat Law Looking towards the summit.
The track up Cat Law
Looking towards the summit.
View to Glen Uig from the NE slopes of Cat Law
View to Glen Uig from the NE slopes of Cat Law
Fence on the north side of the summit of Cat Law
Fence on the north side of the summit of Cat Law
Cairn on the summit of Cat Law
Cairn on the summit of Cat Law
View to the valley of the Burn of Corogle from Cat Law
View to the valley of the Burn of Corogle from Cat Law
Track up the SE flanks of Cat Law
Track up the SE flanks of Cat Law
Carved stone SE of the summit of Cat Law Just below the cairn: two shield surmounted by a star with the dates 1931-1992.
Carved stone SE of the summit of Cat Law
Just below the cairn: two shield surmounted by a star with the dates 1931-1992.
Cairn on the summit of Cat Law
Cairn on the summit of Cat Law
Boundary stone on Cat Law Marked A on this side and, more obscurely, P on the other.
Boundary stone on Cat Law
Marked A on this side and, more obscurely, P on the other.
Fence near the summit of Cat Law
Fence near the summit of Cat Law
View to Loch of Lintrathen from near the summit of Cat Law
View to Loch of Lintrathen from near the summit of Cat Law
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Cat Law is located at Grid Ref: NO3161 (Lat: 56.736399, Lng: -3.1151703)

Unitary Authority: Angus

Police Authority: Tayside

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Located within 500m of 56.736399,-3.1151703
Cat Law
Corbett: no
Ele: 669
Graham: yes
Marilyn: yes
Munro: no
Natural: peak
Prominence: 296
Lat/Long: 56.7356268/-3.1148685
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