Cnoc nan Leac

Hill, Mountain in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Cnoc nan Leac

Ruin at Ardvey Abandoned and derelict, in spite of being relatively modern.
Ruin at Ardvey Credit: Richard Dorrell

Cnoc nan Leac is a prominent hill located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. With an elevation of approximately 464 meters (1,522 feet), it offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. The hill is situated in a remote and rural area, making it a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and mountaineers.

Cnoc nan Leac is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, which adds to its allure. The hill is covered in heather, grasses, and scattered vegetation, providing a habitat for various species of wildlife and plant life. It is not uncommon to spot birds, such as red grouse, soaring in the skies above the hill. The peaceful and tranquil atmosphere of the area makes it an ideal spot for birdwatching and wildlife photography.

The ascent to the summit of Cnoc nan Leac is moderately challenging, but the views from the top make it well worth the effort. On a clear day, one can see the vast expanse of the Scottish Highlands, including nearby mountain ranges and glens. The hill is also located near Loch Ness, famous for its mythical monster, and visitors may catch glimpses of the loch from certain vantage points.

Cnoc nan Leac is a place of natural beauty and tranquility, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It provides an opportunity to connect with nature, explore the Scottish wilderness, and experience the breathtaking scenery that Inverness-shire has to offer.

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Cnoc nan Leac Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.777857/-6.9105989 or Grid Reference NG0887. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ruin at Ardvey Abandoned and derelict, in spite of being relatively modern.
Ruin at Ardvey
Abandoned and derelict, in spite of being relatively modern.
Loch Fhionnsabhaigh The blue pay-to-view telescope is probably there to enable seal-watchers to get a closer view - though as the seals were today basking on rocks just a few yards from the shore, the scope was barely necessary.
See also: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7033022">NG0887 : Common seals in Loch Fhionnsabhaigh</a>.
Loch Fhionnsabhaigh
The blue pay-to-view telescope is probably there to enable seal-watchers to get a closer view - though as the seals were today basking on rocks just a few yards from the shore, the scope was barely necessary. See also: NG0887 : Common seals in Loch Fhionnsabhaigh.
Common seals in Loch Fhionnsabhaigh A slightly zoomed-in image, taken from the shore of the loch.
Common seals in Loch Fhionnsabhaigh
A slightly zoomed-in image, taken from the shore of the loch.
The road approaching Fionnsabhagh from the south
The road approaching Fionnsabhagh from the south
Fish Farm Pier at Loch Huamabhat
Fish Farm Pier at Loch Huamabhat
Desolate inland Harris 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
Desolate inland Harris
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
Loch an Luig One of the hundreds of small lochs among the gneiss of eastern Harris.
Loch an Luig
One of the hundreds of small lochs among the gneiss of eastern Harris.
Loch Sgùrr The road is right on the brink of this small lochan.
Loch Sgùrr
The road is right on the brink of this small lochan.
Fionnsabhaigh Finsbay is one of the scattered villages on the east side of Harris, settled by people evicted from the fertile machair land on the west during the Highand Clearances.
Fionnsabhaigh
Finsbay is one of the scattered villages on the east side of Harris, settled by people evicted from the fertile machair land on the west during the Highand Clearances.
Finsbay One of a handful of small settlements in Eastern Harris.
Finsbay
One of a handful of small settlements in Eastern Harris.
Sea Inlet at Ardvey Marked on the map as a tidal pond, this is connected to the sea on the right, beyond the narrowest part. It is, unfortunately, difficult to photograph anything in this area without including the necessary evil of power lines.
Sea Inlet at Ardvey
Marked on the map as a tidal pond, this is connected to the sea on the right, beyond the narrowest part. It is, unfortunately, difficult to photograph anything in this area without including the necessary evil of power lines.
Tidal Inlet at Aird Mhighe The inlet is in this square but the house is in the next square.
Tidal Inlet at Aird Mhighe
The inlet is in this square but the house is in the next square.
Loch Fhionnsabhaigh One of the larger sea-lochs on the east coast of Harris.
Loch Fhionnsabhaigh
One of the larger sea-lochs on the east coast of Harris.
Loch Holmasaig A small lochan, one of dozens alongside the Bays road.
Loch Holmasaig
A small lochan, one of dozens alongside the Bays road.
Loch Huamabhat One of the larger lochans in the wilderness of East Harris.
Loch Huamabhat
One of the larger lochans in the wilderness of East Harris.
Fishing Station? It's not immediately obvious what the reason for the large raft and jetties is.
Fishing Station?
It's not immediately obvious what the reason for the large raft and jetties is.
Cnoc and Lochan Topography The Lewisian gneiss typically produces topography with knolls or rocks interspersed with hollows that are occupied by small lochs. In geography and geology this is described as Cnoc and lochan topography.
Cnoc and Lochan Topography
The Lewisian gneiss typically produces topography with knolls or rocks interspersed with hollows that are occupied by small lochs. In geography and geology this is described as Cnoc and lochan topography.
Loch Buaile Cairistiona Mhurchaidh This rather cumbersome name for a very small loch means something like 'loch of Christina Murdoch's cattle fold'.
Loch Buaile Cairistiona Mhurchaidh
This rather cumbersome name for a very small loch means something like 'loch of Christina Murdoch's cattle fold'.
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Cnoc nan Leac is located at Grid Ref: NG0887 (Lat: 57.777857, Lng: -6.9105989)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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