Black Wood

Wood, Forest in Angus

Scotland

Black Wood

Tullybaccart viewpoint This small cairn marks the highest point of the land around the Tullybaccart quarry. The point is surrounded mostly by tree plantations. This is the view towards the south into Fife - the Lomond hills on the horizon on the right. — Tullybaccart viewpoint Credit: Aleks Scholz

Black Wood, Angus, also known as Black Wood Forest, is a magnificent woodland located in the county of Angus, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 1,200 hectares, it is one of the largest remaining areas of native Caledonian forest in the country.

This ancient forest is characterized by its dense, dark canopy of towering pine and oak trees, which give it its distinctive name. The forest floor is covered with a rich carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, creating a lush and vibrant undergrowth. The wood is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including red squirrels, pine martens, and a variety of bird species such as capercaillie and black grouse.

Black Wood has a fascinating history dating back thousands of years. It is believed to have been inhabited by humans since prehistoric times, with archaeological evidence suggesting settlements and activities in the area. The forest has also played a significant role in the local economy, providing timber for construction and fuel for centuries.

Today, Black Wood is managed by the Forestry Commission Scotland, which aims to protect and preserve its unique ecosystem. The forest offers numerous walking trails and paths for visitors to explore, allowing them to immerse themselves in the tranquility and beauty of this ancient woodland.

Overall, Black Wood, Angus is a remarkable natural treasure, offering both a glimpse into Scotland's ancient past and a haven for wildlife and nature enthusiasts.

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Black Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.511121/-3.2140882 or Grid Reference NO2536. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Tullybaccart viewpoint

This small cairn marks the highest point of the land around the Tullybaccart quarry. The point is surrounded mostly by tree plantations. This is the view towards the south into Fife - the Lomond hills on the horizon on the right.

Aleks Scholz

Laird's Loch dam

This is the western limit of Laird's Loch, on a day with low clouds.

Aleks Scholz

This is a path

It's hard to tell, but this is a path that branches off the main track to Laird's Loch, and leads towards Ballo Hill. It eventually reaches a fence, but a network of similarly faint and muddy tracks covers the slopes south of the loch.

Aleks Scholz

Ledcrieff Loch

The loch seen from the dam at its western edge.

Aleks Scholz

Bend on A923

With a view in the direction of Pitcur and Coupar Angus.

Carron K

Ballo Glack

Looking down on the road from the forest on Northballo Hill.

Richard Webb

Path to Laird's Loch

A muddy narrow path through undergrowth - well used though, I wheeled a bike across and somebody carried an inflatable canoe through a few minutes earlier.

Richard Webb

Car park, North Ballo

Lots of closure notices due to felling by the Laird's Loch. No notices on the other side and I got through from Laird's Loch without problems - it was a Saturday and also looked like the timber extraction work was complete.

Richard Webb

Laird's Loch

Outflow beside the dam.

Richard Webb

Timber tracks

The block to the south of Laird's Loch had been recently felled and the timber extracted by this track to a logging road further up Northballo Hill. Great news as the track to the south of Northballo Hill was undamaged.

Richard Webb