Hill of Clashmadin

Hill, Mountain in Banffshire

Scotland

Hill of Clashmadin

Road Junction The road to the right isn&#039;t on the older maps, but it now links this part of Aultmore forest on the slope of Black Hill to Addie Hill and Stony Slacks. The fanit hill on the horizon is Ben Rinnes. — Road Junction Credit: Anne Burgess

The Hill of Clashmadin is a prominent geological feature located in Banffshire, Scotland. Rising to an elevation of approximately 480 meters (1,574 feet), it is considered a hill rather than a mountain. Situated in the northeastern part of Scotland, the hill is part of the Grampian Mountains, a range known for its rugged and picturesque landscapes.

The Hill of Clashmadin offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby town of Banff and the North Sea coast. Its distinctive shape, with a gentle slope on one side and a steeper incline on the other, makes it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

The hill is covered in a variety of vegetation, ranging from heather and grasses to scattered patches of woodland. This diverse flora provides habitat for a range of wildlife, including birds, rabbits, and small mammals. Birdwatchers may be rewarded with sightings of species such as buzzards, kestrels, and pheasants.

Access to the Hill of Clashmadin is relatively easy, with several walking trails and footpaths leading to the summit. It is a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike, who seek outdoor activities such as hiking, nature walks, and picnicking. The hill also attracts geology enthusiasts, as its rocky outcrops and geological formations offer insight into the area's ancient history.

Overall, the Hill of Clashmadin is a scenic and accessible natural landmark in Banffshire, offering visitors the opportunity to appreciate Scotland's stunning landscapes and diverse ecosystems.

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Road Junction The road to the right isn&#039;t on the older maps, but it now links this part of Aultmore forest on the slope of Black Hill to Addie Hill and Stony Slacks. The fanit hill on the horizon is Ben Rinnes.

Road Junction

The road to the right isn't on the older maps, but it now links this part of Aultmore forest on the slope of Black Hill to Addie Hill and Stony Slacks. The fanit hill on the horizon is Ben Rinnes.

Hidden Burn There is a very minor burn lurking in the vegetation here, and shown on the map. In the background is the gentle eminence of Black Hill.

Hidden Burn

There is a very minor burn lurking in the vegetation here, and shown on the map. In the background is the gentle eminence of Black Hill.

Bags of Trees There must be plans for tree planting very soon, because these bags apparently contain tree seedlings.

Bags of Trees

There must be plans for tree planting very soon, because these bags apparently contain tree seedlings.

Old Fir Hill This part of the forest has been felled and looks a bit chaotic.

Old Fir Hill

This part of the forest has been felled and looks a bit chaotic.

Forgotten Logs It&#039;s a frosty morning, and hoar frost glistens on the shaded sides of these logs, felled but never collected to be taken to the sawmill.

Forgotten Logs

It's a frosty morning, and hoar frost glistens on the shaded sides of these logs, felled but never collected to be taken to the sawmill.

Forest Road The forest road round Old Fir Hill is slippery with frost the shade of the trees.

Forest Road

The forest road round Old Fir Hill is slippery with frost the shade of the trees.

Aultmorehill The road across a felled area on Aultmorehill enjoys a fine view down towards the sea. The rounded hill on the right is Durn Hill near Portsoy.

Aultmorehill

The road across a felled area on Aultmorehill enjoys a fine view down towards the sea. The rounded hill on the right is Durn Hill near Portsoy.

Large Logs Large they may be, but I suspect the reason they are still here is because they are too thick, too short, too knotty and not straight enough to appeal to a sawmill.

Large Logs

Large they may be, but I suspect the reason they are still here is because they are too thick, too short, too knotty and not straight enough to appeal to a sawmill.

Aultmorehill Wood The forest looks as if it has been left to regenerate naturally here. There&#039;s a glimpse of the Bin of Cullen above the trees on the skyline.

Aultmorehill Wood

The forest looks as if it has been left to regenerate naturally here. There's a glimpse of the Bin of Cullen above the trees on the skyline.

A Line of Brash The forest harvesters have left rows of unwanted twigs and branches, around which young trees seem to be seeding themselves.

A Line of Brash

The forest harvesters have left rows of unwanted twigs and branches, around which young trees seem to be seeding themselves.

Young Trees and Old Brash Young trees have sprung up between the rows of twigs and branches discarded by the forest harvesters.

Young Trees and Old Brash

Young trees have sprung up between the rows of twigs and branches discarded by the forest harvesters.

Icy Puddle The frost has never lifted today, and this puddle still has a covering of ice in early afternoon. It marks the spot where the newish forest road meets the line of the old one, the latter now looking pretty well impassable to the north.

Icy Puddle

The frost has never lifted today, and this puddle still has a covering of ice in early afternoon. It marks the spot where the newish forest road meets the line of the old one, the latter now looking pretty well impassable to the north.

Black Hill Black Hill rises very gently to 255 metres above sea level, and is covered with heather moor punctuated by non-native conifers.

Black Hill

Black Hill rises very gently to 255 metres above sea level, and is covered with heather moor punctuated by non-native conifers.

Open Ground in Aultmore Forest It looks as if this area has been left unplanted, and this is confirmed by the satellite view.

Open Ground in Aultmore Forest

It looks as if this area has been left unplanted, and this is confirmed by the satellite view.

White Stripe A stripe is another name for a burn, and the White Stripe drains the hollow here, though it&#039;s pretty much hidden by the vegetation. The puddle in the foreground is still covered in ice, although it&#039;s early afternoon.

White Stripe

A stripe is another name for a burn, and the White Stripe drains the hollow here, though it's pretty much hidden by the vegetation. The puddle in the foreground is still covered in ice, although it's early afternoon.

Waymarker The post indicates a cycle route going left. It bears the number 6, though it&#039;s not clear if that is the number of the route or of the individual post. We don&#039;t recall noticing any others in Aultmore Forest.

Waymarker

The post indicates a cycle route going left. It bears the number 6, though it's not clear if that is the number of the route or of the individual post. We don't recall noticing any others in Aultmore Forest.

Road junction near Rosebank

Road junction near Rosebank

Minor road near Shiel Muir

Minor road near Shiel Muir

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Hill of Clashmadin is located at Grid Ref: NJ4760 (Lat: 57.628432, Lng: -2.884566)

Unitary Authority: Moray

Police Authority: North East

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Aultmore Forest Hill of Clashmadin

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Hill of Clashmadin

Ele: 258

Natural: peak

Lat/Long: 57.6286425/-2.884482

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