Carnashach Wood

Wood, Forest in Perthshire

Scotland

Carnashach Wood

Cockrage Moss Just above the A93 and out of sight from the busy road is a big area of moorland, some of it wet. The area is a big goose roost.
Cockrage Moss Credit: Richard Webb

Carnashach Wood is a picturesque forest located in the region of Perthshire, Scotland. Situated just a few miles away from the small village of Comrie, this woodland area covers a vast expanse of approximately 500 acres.

The forest is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees, including oak, birch, and ash, creating a rich and diverse ecosystem. It is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including red squirrels, roe deer, and a plethora of bird species. The forest floor is covered in a lush carpet of ferns, wildflowers, and mosses, adding to its natural beauty.

Carnashach Wood offers numerous walking trails and paths, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. These trails range in difficulty, catering to both casual walkers and more experienced hikers. The forest also boasts a small, tranquil loch, providing a perfect spot for fishing or enjoying a peaceful picnic.

With its stunning scenery and serene atmosphere, Carnashach Wood is an ideal location for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat. It offers a chance to immerse oneself in the natural beauty of Perthshire, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Overall, Carnashach Wood is a hidden gem in the heart of Perthshire, offering a sanctuary for wildlife and a haven for visitors seeking tranquility amidst nature's beauty.

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Carnashach Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.617482/-3.3948321 or Grid Reference NO1448. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cockrage Moss Just above the A93 and out of sight from the busy road is a big area of moorland, some of it wet. The area is a big goose roost.
Cockrage Moss
Just above the A93 and out of sight from the busy road is a big area of moorland, some of it wet. The area is a big goose roost.
View towards Glasclune Castle From East Gormack.
View towards Glasclune Castle
From East Gormack.
Grassy field by the Lornty Burn A contrast to the surrounding arable land.
Grassy field by the Lornty Burn
A contrast to the surrounding arable land.
Barley, East Gormack Taken shortly before the combining started again.
Barley, East Gormack
Taken shortly before the combining started again.
Clearance cairn Stones piled up beside a potato field. They appear to have been recently removed from the field.
Clearance cairn
Stones piled up beside a potato field. They appear to have been recently removed from the field.
Potato field, Gormack Defoliated and awaiting lifting.
Potato field, Gormack
Defoliated and awaiting lifting.
Potato field, West Gormack Awaiting lifting.
Potato field, West Gormack
Awaiting lifting.
Fenced in path, West Gormack One of two such sections of the Cateran Trail near here. A little less objectionable than the one to the east as it is wider and less overgrown.
Fenced in path, West Gormack
One of two such sections of the Cateran Trail near here. A little less objectionable than the one to the east as it is wider and less overgrown.
Road to Millhole Parting of the ways, a road turns off rightwards to Westerton.
Road to Millhole
Parting of the ways, a road turns off rightwards to Westerton.
Road from Millhole One of the outer branches of the tree of roads serving dwellings above Blairgowrie.
Road from Millhole
One of the outer branches of the tree of roads serving dwellings above Blairgowrie.
Road to Middleton Passing a heavily laden rowan.
Road to Middleton
Passing a heavily laden rowan.
Fields by Middleton (Perthshire) Looking towards Westerton.
Fields by Middleton (Perthshire)
Looking towards Westerton.
Road, Serjeant's Hill Access route to an isolated property.
Road, Serjeant's Hill
Access route to an isolated property.
Rough grazing above Middleton Signs and locals both speak of this ground being sometimes grazed by cattle. Today it was the turn of the roe deer.
Rough grazing above Middleton
Signs and locals both speak of this ground being sometimes grazed by cattle. Today it was the turn of the roe deer.
Above Muirton of Drumlochy Sparse woodland and deer fence near Middleton.
Above Muirton of Drumlochy
Sparse woodland and deer fence near Middleton.
Deer fences, Muirton of Drumlochy
Deer fences, Muirton of Drumlochy
Muir of Drumlochy Looking over the large area of moorland behind Middleton from the drove road.
Muir of Drumlochy
Looking over the large area of moorland behind Middleton from the drove road.
Road, Muir of Drumlochy A well surfaced road, contrasts with the waterlogged morass further north.
Road, Muir of Drumlochy
A well surfaced road, contrasts with the waterlogged morass further north.
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Carnashach Wood is located at Grid Ref: NO1448 (Lat: 56.617482, Lng: -3.3948321)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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