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Craig Maskeldie

Hill, Mountain in Angus

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Craig Maskeldie

Water of Lee near Inchgrundle A loop of the watercourse where one is actually looking upstream. The cottages at Inchgrundle are half hidden in the distance.
Water of Lee near Inchgrundle Credit: Gordon Hatton

Craig Maskeldie is a hill located in the Angus region of Scotland. Standing at an elevation of around 616 meters (2,021 feet), it forms part of the Grampian Mountains which stretch across the eastern part of the country. The hill is known for its rugged and rocky terrain, providing a challenging but rewarding ascent for hikers and mountaineers.

Craig Maskeldie offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the neighboring hills and glens. Its prominent position allows visitors to appreciate the natural beauty of the region, with vast expanses of moorland and patches of heather dotting the landscape. On a clear day, it is even possible to catch glimpses of the North Sea in the distance.

The hill is home to a variety of wildlife, including red deer, mountain hares, and various bird species. Its remote location and untouched nature make it an ideal habitat for these animals, adding to the appeal for nature enthusiasts and wildlife photographers.

While Craig Maskeldie may not be as well-known as some of the larger peaks in the area, its charm lies in its tranquility and unspoiled nature. It offers a peaceful retreat for those seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and connect with nature. Whether it's a challenging hike or simply a leisurely stroll, Craig Maskeldie has something to offer for everyone.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 56.904651/-3.0009712 or Grid Reference NO3979. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Water of Lee near Inchgrundle A loop of the watercourse where one is actually looking upstream. The cottages at Inchgrundle are half hidden in the distance.
Water of Lee near Inchgrundle
A loop of the watercourse where one is actually looking upstream. The cottages at Inchgrundle are half hidden in the distance.
Glenlee cottage Abandoned, boarded up, and with some slates missing from the roof, one wonders if this little building is in terminal decline. Previous 'geograph' contributors have shown the building almost surrounded by mature conifers, but these have gone, to be replaced by a mix of both broadleaf [rowan, birch, oak etc] and conifer. Workers who had been bracken bashing inside the fenced off area reported a multitude of ticks [nasty] and a couple of adders [interesting].
Glenlee cottage
Abandoned, boarded up, and with some slates missing from the roof, one wonders if this little building is in terminal decline. Previous 'geograph' contributors have shown the building almost surrounded by mature conifers, but these have gone, to be replaced by a mix of both broadleaf [rowan, birch, oak etc] and conifer. Workers who had been bracken bashing inside the fenced off area reported a multitude of ticks [nasty] and a couple of adders [interesting].
Track through Glen Lee Beyond the decaying Glenlee cottage a good estate track continues along the glen into some proper mountain scenery, the rocky nose of Craig Maskeldie looking impressive in the middle distance.
Track through Glen Lee
Beyond the decaying Glenlee cottage a good estate track continues along the glen into some proper mountain scenery, the rocky nose of Craig Maskeldie looking impressive in the middle distance.
Glen Lee towards Bruntswood Craig The estate track continues along Glen Lee offering views of the crags that line the eastern flanks of Hunt Hill.
Glen Lee towards Bruntswood Craig
The estate track continues along Glen Lee offering views of the crags that line the eastern flanks of Hunt Hill.
Footbridge over the Water of Lee The Water of Lee is confined to a narrow rocky channel at this point, making it an ideal place for a footbridge. The path to the left heads towards the Falls of Unich.
Footbridge over the Water of Lee
The Water of Lee is confined to a narrow rocky channel at this point, making it an ideal place for a footbridge. The path to the left heads towards the Falls of Unich.
Beehives in the glen A number of beehives in the flat bottom of Glen Lee, in an area surrounded by broken down old field walls. Late in the season for bees, but there was still a buzzing back and forth to heather that was late in flower. Falls of Unich in the distance.
Beehives in the glen
A number of beehives in the flat bottom of Glen Lee, in an area surrounded by broken down old field walls. Late in the season for bees, but there was still a buzzing back and forth to heather that was late in flower. Falls of Unich in the distance.
Towards where waters meet Looking down along the Water of Lee towards its confluence with the Water of Unich, which is actually the larger of the two burns, but the combined waters continue on down the glen as the Water of Lee.
Towards where waters meet
Looking down along the Water of Lee towards its confluence with the Water of Unich, which is actually the larger of the two burns, but the combined waters continue on down the glen as the Water of Lee.
Water of Lee to Falls of Unich The Water of Lee drops into the lower glen down a series of delightful small cascades and through clear plunge pools, the sort of place where one might fancy a dip on a hot day. In the distance are the much larger Falls of Unich.
Water of Lee to Falls of Unich
The Water of Lee drops into the lower glen down a series of delightful small cascades and through clear plunge pools, the sort of place where one might fancy a dip on a hot day. In the distance are the much larger Falls of Unich.
Plunge pool on Water of Lee Little cascades and pools below the footbridge in Glen Lee. The topography here would suggest that the upper glen curves to the west and the impressive Falls of Unich and that the Water of Lee is a mere tributary, but a glance at the map shows that Glen Lee continues north and then west around the north side of Hunt Hill. The upper glen which includes the Falls of Unich must have been glacially overdeepened, thus leaving upper Glen Lee as a hanging valley.
Plunge pool on Water of Lee
Little cascades and pools below the footbridge in Glen Lee. The topography here would suggest that the upper glen curves to the west and the impressive Falls of Unich and that the Water of Lee is a mere tributary, but a glance at the map shows that Glen Lee continues north and then west around the north side of Hunt Hill. The upper glen which includes the Falls of Unich must have been glacially overdeepened, thus leaving upper Glen Lee as a hanging valley.
Upper reaches of Glen Lee The steep face of Craig Maskeldie rises to the left, whilst beyond are the crags along the east side of Hunt Hill. Typical glaciated mountain scenery in the eastern Highlands.
Upper reaches of Glen Lee
The steep face of Craig Maskeldie rises to the left, whilst beyond are the crags along the east side of Hunt Hill. Typical glaciated mountain scenery in the eastern Highlands.
Craig Maskeldie The eastern face of Craig Maskeldie, viewed from Glen Lee.
Craig Maskeldie
The eastern face of Craig Maskeldie, viewed from Glen Lee.
Distant view of the flank of Craig Maskeldie Looking westwards up Glen Lee to the north-eastern flank of Craig Maskeldie, with Hunt Hill to the right.
Distant view of the flank of Craig Maskeldie
Looking westwards up Glen Lee to the north-eastern flank of Craig Maskeldie, with Hunt Hill to the right.
Shank of Inchgrundle, beyond Loch Lee With its track leading up to Cairn Lick. Inchgrundle beside the Burn of Inchgrundle on the left. Smith's Gutter, right of centre leads down to Carlochy, a corrie loch, but out of sight.
Shank of Inchgrundle, beyond Loch Lee
With its track leading up to Cairn Lick. Inchgrundle beside the Burn of Inchgrundle on the left. Smith's Gutter, right of centre leads down to Carlochy, a corrie loch, but out of sight.
Craig Nann Looking south to Craig Nann from the track in Glen Lee.
Craig Nann
Looking south to Craig Nann from the track in Glen Lee.
Glenlee House Looking north to the boarded up cottage in Glen Lee.
Glenlee House
Looking north to the boarded up cottage in Glen Lee.
Glen Lee
Glen Lee
Burn of Inchgrundle at Inchgrundle
Burn of Inchgrundle at Inchgrundle
Falls of Unich The sheer force of the water spilling down the hillside is generating a large cloud of spray.
Falls of Unich
The sheer force of the water spilling down the hillside is generating a large cloud of spray.
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Craig Maskeldie is located at Grid Ref: NO3979 (Lat: 56.904651, Lng: -3.0009712)

Unitary Authority: Angus

Police Authority: Tayside

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