Craigievar Hill

Hill, Mountain in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Craigievar Hill

Craigievar Castle
Craigievar Castle Credit: Gordon Brown

Craigievar Hill is an iconic landmark located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Rising to an elevation of 483 meters (1,585 feet), it is an impressive hill that offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Situated near the village of Alford, Craigievar Hill is part of the Cairngorms National Park, renowned for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife. The hill is clad in heather and grass, creating a picturesque landscape that changes with the seasons. During spring and summer, the hill is a vibrant tapestry of colorful wildflowers, while in autumn, it transforms into a stunning display of golden hues.

Craigievar Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. Several well-marked hiking trails traverse the hill, offering varying levels of difficulty to cater to different abilities. The paths wind through wooded areas, along babbling brooks, and up to the summit, providing visitors with a chance to enjoy the serene beauty of the Scottish countryside.

At the top of Craigievar Hill, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking views that stretch for miles. On a clear day, one can see the rolling hills and fertile farmland of Aberdeenshire, as well as distant peaks of the Cairngorms. It is a perfect spot for picnicking, photography, or simply taking in the tranquility and splendor of the Scottish landscape.

Overall, Craigievar Hill is a natural gem in Aberdeenshire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and experience the awe-inspiring vistas that Scotland is renowned for.

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Craigievar Hill Images

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Craigievar Castle
Craigievar Castle
The track from Craigievar to East Muirton
The track from Craigievar to East Muirton
View from Craigievar to Collie Hill Collie Hill is the tree-topped hill in the distance.
View from Craigievar to Collie Hill
Collie Hill is the tree-topped hill in the distance.
Craigievar Castle under renovations Geocaching is a type of global treasure hunt of people looking for caches, or hidden stashes of objects. Geocaching may also be described as a series of hide-and-seek games, where hiders provide online clues for seekers. Seekers use global positioning system (GPS) devices to find hidden caches
Craigievar Castle under renovations
Geocaching is a type of global treasure hunt of people looking for caches, or hidden stashes of objects. Geocaching may also be described as a series of hide-and-seek games, where hiders provide online clues for seekers. Seekers use global positioning system (GPS) devices to find hidden caches
Craigievar approach road Geocaching is a type of global treasure hunt of people looking for caches, or hidden stashes of objects. Geocaching may also be described as a series of hide-and-seek games, where hiders provide online clues for seekers. Seekers use global positioning system (GPS) devices to find hidden caches
Craigievar approach road
Geocaching is a type of global treasure hunt of people looking for caches, or hidden stashes of objects. Geocaching may also be described as a series of hide-and-seek games, where hiders provide online clues for seekers. Seekers use global positioning system (GPS) devices to find hidden caches
Ploughed field Knockandoch, south of Muir of Foulis.
Ploughed field
Knockandoch, south of Muir of Foulis.
Sheep on Knock Hill
Sheep on Knock Hill
Arable land. Craigievar
Arable land. Craigievar
A new dwelling at the access junction for Wester Fowlis farm As yet unnamed on maps; presumably the 'Cairnlarrack' sign is for the older house to the right of this junction.
A new dwelling at the access junction for Wester Fowlis farm
As yet unnamed on maps; presumably the 'Cairnlarrack' sign is for the older house to the right of this junction.
Lane to Wester Fowlis farm From the public road between Muir of Fowlis and Bogend.
Lane to Wester Fowlis farm
From the public road between Muir of Fowlis and Bogend.
Farm trailer at Balwearie
Farm trailer at Balwearie
South Fowlis farmland
South Fowlis farmland
Balwearie Farm Balwearie on a bend in a minor road by Fowlis.
Balwearie Farm
Balwearie on a bend in a minor road by Fowlis.
Balwearie Hill Cattle grazing before woodland on the lower slopes of Balwearie Hill.
Balwearie Hill
Cattle grazing before woodland on the lower slopes of Balwearie Hill.
Beeches, Craigievar Woodland beside the Craigievar Castle car park.
Beeches, Craigievar
Woodland beside the Craigievar Castle car park.
Strip wood, Craigievar Woodland beside the road up to the castle.
Strip wood, Craigievar
Woodland beside the road up to the castle.
Driveway at Craigevar Castle
Driveway at Craigevar Castle
Craigievar Castle Once the home of the Forbes family, the distinctively pink castle is now in the care of National Trust for Scotland.
Craigievar Castle
Once the home of the Forbes family, the distinctively pink castle is now in the care of National Trust for Scotland.
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Craigievar Hill is located at Grid Ref: NJ5609 (Lat: 57.174734, Lng: -2.7259355)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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Material: wood
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