Mòine Chruinn

Wood, Forest in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Mòine Chruinn

The River Dee, looking downstream Taken near Clagganghoul, about halfway between Balmoral and Braemar.

On the left side is Alltnacailleach Forest, and on the right are the Woods of Garmaddie.
The River Dee, looking downstream Credit: David Purchase

Mòine Chruinn, located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, is a beautiful wood and forest area that offers a serene and picturesque environment. Covering an expansive land area, the region is known for its lush greenery, abundant wildlife, and diverse flora.

The woodlands of Mòine Chruinn are predominantly made up of native tree species, including oak, birch, and pine. These trees provide a dense and vibrant canopy, which creates a favorable habitat for various bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to the area's natural charm.

The wood is crisscrossed by several well-maintained trails, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the area on foot. These paths wind through the woods, granting hikers access to stunning viewpoints, tranquil streams, and hidden waterfalls. Nature enthusiasts can also indulge in birdwatching, as the wood is home to numerous bird species, some of which are rare and protected.

Mòine Chruinn is not only a haven for wildlife but also serves as an important carbon sink, contributing to the local ecosystem's overall health. The forest plays a vital role in mitigating climate change by absorbing and storing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

With its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and ecological significance, Mòine Chruinn is a must-visit destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Aberdeenshire's countryside.

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Mòine Chruinn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.009067/-3.283752 or Grid Reference NO2291. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The River Dee, looking downstream Taken near Clagganghoul, about halfway between Balmoral and Braemar.

On the left side is Alltnacailleach Forest, and on the right are the Woods of Garmaddie.
The River Dee, looking downstream
Taken near Clagganghoul, about halfway between Balmoral and Braemar. On the left side is Alltnacailleach Forest, and on the right are the Woods of Garmaddie.
The River Dee, looking upstream Near to Clagganghoul, about halfway between Balmoral and Braemar.
The River Dee, looking upstream
Near to Clagganghoul, about halfway between Balmoral and Braemar.
Steep slopes, Ballochbuie Forest The Dee squeezes through a narrow gap between Meall Alvie and Cnap a' Choire Bhuidhe.  The road is well built along steep slopes above the river.
Steep slopes, Ballochbuie Forest
The Dee squeezes through a narrow gap between Meall Alvie and Cnap a' Choire Bhuidhe. The road is well built along steep slopes above the river.
Ballochbuie Forest Steep ground between Connachat Cottage and Garbh Allt Shiel.
Ballochbuie Forest
Steep ground between Connachat Cottage and Garbh Allt Shiel.
River Dee View from the Ballochbuie side opposite Clagganghoul.
River Dee
View from the Ballochbuie side opposite Clagganghoul.
Road, Ballochbuie Forest A well built road running parallel to the A93 on the south side of the Dee.
Road, Ballochbuie Forest
A well built road running parallel to the A93 on the south side of the Dee.
Above the Dee Steep wooded slopes in Ballochbuie Forest.
Above the Dee
Steep wooded slopes in Ballochbuie Forest.
Singletrack, Connachat Cottage A useful short cut through Scots pine plantations up to a road to Glen Gelder.
Singletrack, Connachat Cottage
A useful short cut through Scots pine plantations up to a road to Glen Gelder.
Singletrack, Woods of Garmaddie Handy short cut up from Connachat Cottage to a road over to Glen Gelder.
Singletrack, Woods of Garmaddie
Handy short cut up from Connachat Cottage to a road over to Glen Gelder.
Pine woods, Balmoral Above the Connachat Burn
Pine woods, Balmoral
Above the Connachat Burn
Road to Glen Gelder A steady climb through fine runnable pine woods.
Road to Glen Gelder
A steady climb through fine runnable pine woods.
Road to Glen Gelder Climbing beside the Connachat Burn. The woods on the left have little ground vegetation and a lot of rock features.  On the right is a wetland clearing with deep heather.
Road to Glen Gelder
Climbing beside the Connachat Burn. The woods on the left have little ground vegetation and a lot of rock features. On the right is a wetland clearing with deep heather.
Bouldery hillside The forest here has limited ground vegetation and a lot of rock features.
Bouldery hillside
The forest here has limited ground vegetation and a lot of rock features.
Woodland, Balmoral Estate The square is partly wooded and much of the open land still has stumps showing from presumably wartime felling. There is a lot of dead timber on the ground and the place is unusually dry for a Scottish forest.
Woodland, Balmoral Estate
The square is partly wooded and much of the open land still has stumps showing from presumably wartime felling. There is a lot of dead timber on the ground and the place is unusually dry for a Scottish forest.
Woodland beside the Connachat Burn On this side of the road there is more heather, quite a contrast to the dry mossy woodland floor opposite.
Woodland beside the Connachat Burn
On this side of the road there is more heather, quite a contrast to the dry mossy woodland floor opposite.
Cleared forest Stumps of some age tell that this was once a pine plantation like much of the neighbouring land.  I expect it was felled during World War II.  The hill is Meall Alvie which also has a fine Caledonian pine forest remnant on its higher reaches.
Cleared forest
Stumps of some age tell that this was once a pine plantation like much of the neighbouring land. I expect it was felled during World War II. The hill is Meall Alvie which also has a fine Caledonian pine forest remnant on its higher reaches.
Road, Woods of Garmaddie The forest here was used the previous day for the British Orienteering Championship.  The courses did not go quite this far west.
Road, Woods of Garmaddie
The forest here was used the previous day for the British Orienteering Championship. The courses did not go quite this far west.
Woods of Garmaddie Scots pine plantation, Balmoral Estate.
Woods of Garmaddie
Scots pine plantation, Balmoral Estate.
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Mòine Chruinn is located at Grid Ref: NO2291 (Lat: 57.009067, Lng: -3.283752)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 57.009067,-3.283752
Historic: memorial
Man Made: cairn
Material: stone
Memorial: cairn
Lat/Long: 57.01092/-3.2905401
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