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Backie Hill

Hill, Mountain in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Backie Hill

Summit rocks on Creag an Sgor A distinctive landmark in Glen Buchat.
Summit rocks on Creag an Sgor Credit: Alan O'Dowd

Backie Hill is a prominent hill located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Situated in the area of Huntly, it forms part of the scenic landscape of the region. With an elevation of approximately 570 meters (1,870 feet), it is classified as a hill rather than a mountain.

The hill is characterized by its distinct conical shape, making it easily recognizable from a distance. It is covered in lush green vegetation, featuring a mix of heather, grasses, and some scattered trees. The flora on Backie Hill changes with the seasons, displaying vibrant colors in the spring and summer months, and a more muted palette in the winter.

The summit of Backie Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. On clear days, one can see the sprawling Aberdeenshire landscape, with its rolling hills, farmland, and scattered settlements. The hill is a popular spot for hiking and walking enthusiasts, attracting both locals and tourists alike.

The area around Backie Hill is rich in wildlife, with various species of birds, mammals, and insects calling it home. Nature lovers can often spot buzzards soaring overhead, as well as rabbits, deer, and foxes roaming the hillside.

Overall, Backie Hill is a scenic and picturesque location in Aberdeenshire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Scottish countryside and enjoy its natural splendor.

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Backie Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.278419/-3.0565422 or Grid Reference NJ3621. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Summit rocks on Creag an Sgor A distinctive landmark in Glen Buchat.
Summit rocks on Creag an Sgor
A distinctive landmark in Glen Buchat.
The Eagles' Rock, Glen Buchat Boulders and outcrops on the hillside above Ballochduie.
The Eagles' Rock, Glen Buchat
Boulders and outcrops on the hillside above Ballochduie.
Peat haggs in the moorland As the haggs are eroded, the old roots of a long-lost forest are exposed
Peat haggs in the moorland
As the haggs are eroded, the old roots of a long-lost forest are exposed
Moorland with an ancient drain There are many such drains cut a long time ago to try and drain the moor
Moorland with an ancient drain
There are many such drains cut a long time ago to try and drain the moor
A pond in the bog on the moor In the distance - The Buck of the Cabrach
A pond in the bog on the moor
In the distance - The Buck of the Cabrach
The start of the Allt Deveron Two burns converge just above here, but, although this is now a fair-sized burn, this stretch is unnamed on the map. I take it to be the start of the Deveron. It was a bonny spot, and sheltered from the wind for lunch.
The start of the Allt Deveron
Two burns converge just above here, but, although this is now a fair-sized burn, this stretch is unnamed on the map. I take it to be the start of the Deveron. It was a bonny spot, and sheltered from the wind for lunch.
Moorland burn in a deep valley An unnamed stretch, fed by smaller named burns. As this is now the largest burn in the area, I take it to be the Allt Deveron.
Moorland burn in a deep valley
An unnamed stretch, fed by smaller named burns. As this is now the largest burn in the area, I take it to be the Allt Deveron.
Burn of Allanssheal A small tributary burn. Going up to the left, a deer track. There are no other tracks around here.
Burn of Allanssheal
A small tributary burn. Going up to the left, a deer track. There are no other tracks around here.
One of many moorland burns converging in the area
One of many moorland burns converging in the area
Moorland burn The steepness of the valley slopes has created a few areas of scree.
Moorland burn
The steepness of the valley slopes has created a few areas of scree.
Moorland on western slopes of Sand Hill
Moorland on western slopes of Sand Hill
The top of Sand Hill The patch of grass and heather overhanging the peat hagg is the summit of Sand Hill
The top of Sand Hill
The patch of grass and heather overhanging the peat hagg is the summit of Sand Hill
The peat hagg at the top of Sand Hill
The peat hagg at the top of Sand Hill
Gale making waves on a small pond in the bog near the top of Sand Hill It was blowing a gale most of the day
Gale making waves on a small pond in the bog near the top of Sand Hill
It was blowing a gale most of the day
The start of The Burn of Hillocks Not to be confused with the Hillocks Burn. The bright green moss conceals deep bog. In the distance Creag an Sgor.
The start of The Burn of Hillocks
Not to be confused with the Hillocks Burn. The bright green moss conceals deep bog. In the distance Creag an Sgor.
Bog and heather moor
Bog and heather moor
Change in the weather A cold front is arriving, and meeting warmer moist air, it produces extensive low cloud. Fortunately I am heading down under it.
Change in the weather
A cold front is arriving, and meeting warmer moist air, it produces extensive low cloud. Fortunately I am heading down under it.
Moorland east of Allt Sowan Hill With low cloud heading my way.
Moorland east of Allt Sowan Hill
With low cloud heading my way.
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Backie Hill is located at Grid Ref: NJ3621 (Lat: 57.278419, Lng: -3.0565422)

Unitary Authority: Moray

Police Authority: North East

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