Dosmucheran Plantation

Wood, Forest in Ross-shire

Scotland

Dosmucheran Plantation

Slopes of Dos Mhucarain North side of Strath Bran. — Slopes of Dos Mhucarain Credit: Richard Webb

Dosmucheran Plantation is a vast woodland area located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, this plantation is known for its dense forests and diverse range of plant species. The woodland is primarily composed of native tree species such as oak, birch, and pine, creating a rich and vibrant ecosystem.

The plantation is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, offering numerous walking and hiking trails that wind through the forest. Visitors can enjoy the peaceful surroundings and observe the various wildlife that call Dosmucheran Plantation home, including deer, squirrels, and a variety of bird species.

In addition to its natural beauty, Dosmucheran Plantation also has a rich history dating back to the 18th century when it was first established as a timber plantation. The estate has been carefully managed over the years to ensure the sustainability of the woodland and preserve its unique character.

Overall, Dosmucheran Plantation is a tranquil and picturesque destination that offers visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the beauty of Scotland's natural landscape.

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Dosmucheran Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.591309/-5.0260134 or Grid Reference NH1959. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Slopes of Dos Mhucarain

North side of Strath Bran.

Richard Webb

Bogs of Strath Bran

Taken through a fence beneath the 1990s built road through the strath.

Richard Webb

Rock Pool, Sail an Tuim Bhain

Inhabited by two distinct species of water boatmen

Chris Eilbeck

Druim Dubh

A flat boggy plateau, seen from the path down from Sail Tuim Bhain

Chris Eilbeck

Strathbran Plantation

The western end of the forest, viewed from the edge of the A832.

John Allan

Southern slopes of Dos Mhucarain

The peat in the foreground has been churned up by a large herd of deer, who make a habit of gathering here for the night.

John Allan

Looking east along the A832 by Druimdhu

Peter Moore

Railway and river in Strathbran

Sgùrr a' Mhuilinn rises to the rear of the picture.

Alpin Stewart

The ruins of Camashie seen from the railway

A very isolated building in Strath Bran seen in clearing weather. The Monar mountains are bathed in sun in the far distance.

Julian Paren

River Bran near Achnasheen

Tantalising for residents of Achnasheen, the weather looks sunnier further west with mountain tops in sunshine. Seen from the Achnasheen bound train soon before its arrival.

Julian Paren

Strath Bran

View from An Cabar of the transport corridor. This is an easy crossing of the hills to the west coast and is used by the Kyle Line as well as the upgraded A890.

Richard Webb

View towards Camashie

Viewed from a passing train with the river Bran in the foreground. Camashie is the abandoned croft in the distance - see NH1858 : Ruined croft at Camashie for a closer view.

Stephen Craven

A832 east of Achnasheen

The A832 is a road in the Scottish Highlands, linking Cromarty, on the east coast, to Gairloch on the west coast, and beyond Gairloch to Braemore Junction. It is 126 miles long and runs entirely in the former county of Ross and Cromarty. The road forms part of the Wester Ross Coastal Trail Link

(Wikipedia).