Cnoc Thormaid Lagaich

Hill, Mountain in Ross-shire

Scotland

Cnoc Thormaid Lagaich

Loch Ruadh Loch Ruadh on route to Beinn Mothal. — Loch Ruadh Credit: Rude Health

Cnoc Thormaid Lagaich is a prominent hill/mountain located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is part of the Scottish Highlands and lies within the picturesque landscape of the North West Highlands Geopark. The hill/mountain stands at an elevation of approximately 750 meters (2,460 feet), offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Cnoc Thormaid Lagaich is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, with steep slopes and craggy outcrops. The hill/mountain is covered with a mixture of heather, grasses, and scattered patches of woodland, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The area is also home to various species of wildlife, including red deer, mountain hares, and various bird species.

The summit of Cnoc Thormaid Lagaich provides an excellent vantage point, allowing visitors to admire the stunning panoramic views of the nearby mountains, glens, and lochs. On clear days, it is even possible to see as far as the Isle of Skye and the Outer Hebrides.

As a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, the hill/mountain offers a range of activities such as hillwalking, hiking, and mountain biking. There are several well-marked trails that lead to the summit, varying in difficulty to cater to different levels of fitness and experience.

Overall, Cnoc Thormaid Lagaich is a remarkable natural landmark in Ross-shire, Scotland. Its rugged beauty, diverse flora and fauna, and stunning views make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

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Cnoc Thormaid Lagaich Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.129175/-6.8216258 or Grid Reference NB1625. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loch Ruadh

Loch Ruadh on route to Beinn Mothal.

Rude Health

Heading For Loch Ruah

Descending from Coltraiseal Beag heading for Loch Ruadh and then Ben Mohal [Beinn Mothal].

Rude Health

Loch SÃ¹rstabhat at sunset

Although looking almost due north, the sun was setting just off the left of this view, taken after 10 pm (summer time). The sunset hadn't yet developed the spectacular underlit cloudscape that followed 20 minutes or so later, but the little loch caught our eye as we became increasingly distracted from the road looking for a suitable foreground. Fortunately, there are sections of the old road to safely get off the highway and wander about with a camera !

Andy Waddington

Sunset over Loch SÃ¹rstabhat

As the sky cleared from the west, the sun started to underlight the cloud cover as we passed by the upper end of Loch Sùrstabhat. The perspective and the direction of clearance has produced one of those views where the horizon looks tilted one way when seen "broad-brush" but then seems tilted the other way when the water is looked at more closely. I find the effect somewhat disturbing, but have tried to get the real horizon as level as possible. It's not helped by those electric poles all leaning towards the long span of cable across the loch...

Andy Waddington

Section of abandoned road next to the B8011

David Gearing

Loch Surstabhat

A small loch to the north of the B8011. The tiny island helps to identify it.

Gordon Hatton

Old road/new road

The rebuilt B8011 to the right with the original road on the left.

Gordon Hatton

Old and new roads.

looking west along the B8011 in West Lewis with the new twin-track road on the left and the original single track road on the right. At the moment the old road still has a reasonable tarred surface and is used by cyclists and walkers.

Gordon Hatton