Coire Àird

Corrie (Glacial Valley) in Ross-shire

Scotland

Coire Àird

Above Gobh-alltan at the head of Loch Mullardoch Credit: Alan Reid

Coire Àird, also known as Corrie, is a glacial valley located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is situated in the Northwest Highlands, near the village of Achnasheen. The coire is surrounded by majestic, rugged mountains and is known for its stunning natural beauty.

This glacial valley was formed during the last Ice Age, when glaciers carved out the landscape, creating the steep-sided and U-shaped valley that exists today. Coire Àird is characterized by its steep slopes, rocky terrain, and a small loch at its base. The valley is approximately 2 kilometers long and 1 kilometer wide, providing a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

The coire is a popular destination for hikers and mountaineers due to its challenging and rewarding trails. It offers various routes catering to different skill levels, from gentle walks along the valley floor to more demanding ascents to the surrounding peaks. The views from the top are truly breathtaking, with panoramic vistas of the surrounding mountains, lochs, and glens.

Wildlife is abundant in Coire Àird, with sightings of red deer, golden eagles, and ptarmigans being common. The coire is also home to a diverse range of plant species, including heather, mosses, and alpine flowers, adding to its natural charm.

Visitors to Coire Àird can enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the Scottish Highlands while immersing themselves in the rich geological and glacial history of the area. It is a place where one can reconnect with nature, explore the great outdoors, and appreciate the raw beauty of Scotland's landscapes.

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Coire Àird Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.291651/-5.1822033 or Grid Reference NH0826. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Above Gobh-alltan at the head of Loch Mullardoch

Alan Reid

On Creag a' Choir' Aird

Looking up Gleann Sithidh to Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan.

Alan Reid

Mullach Sithidh drops into Coire na Dheiragainn

Alan Reid

Eastern slopes of Mullach na Dheiragain

Alan Reid

Gleann a' Choilich

View down the glen from the Bealach Coire Ghàidheil. The glen runs down to Loch Lungard, now the western end of Loch Mullardoch - unless there is a drought.

Richard Webb

Ridge leading up Coire Aird

Looking up the steep ridge towards the top of the hill.

Matthew

Mullach na Dheiragain

Mullach na Dheiragain is the highest point in a long ridge running north from Sgùrr nan Ceathreamhnan. Once known to munro baggers as Creag a' Choire Aird, it has a reputation for providing a bit of a long walk.

Richard Webb

Gleann a' Choilich

A glen near the head of Glen Cannich, between Sgùrr nan Ceathreamhnan and Carn Eige. A path runs down the glen towards the site of Kinlochlungard at the head of the enlarged combined loch of Mullardoch/Lungard.

Richard Webb

Summit of Mullach na Dheiragain

Cairn is marked on map. Fairly typical Scottish mountain conditions.

Roger McLachlan

Southern ridge of Mullach na Dheiragain

Looking north along one of the ridges of the Big Glens. This grid square covers the steep ground west of Mullach na Dheiragain

Hill Walker

The Big Glens

The horizon is made up of the complex tops of Sgurr nan Ceathreamhnan

Hill Walker

Looking down the northern ridge of Mullach na Dheiragain

Hill Walker

Looking over the northern slopes of Mullach na Dheiragain

The Loch is Loch Mullardoch, the prominent hill just left of centre horizon is "An Riabhachan" with "Sgurr na Lapaich" to its right

Hill Walker

Summit of Mullach Sithidh, Glen Affric

View south over Mullach na Dheiragain in mid distance to Sgurr nan Ceathreamhnan in far distance.

paul birrell

Steep Slopes

Heading west up increasingly steep slopes of the munro of Mullach na Dheiragain and looking across to the big Affric munros of Carn Eige and Mam Sodhail, left and right respectively. A 2000 foot re-ascent after descending from the far away ridge - not for the faint hearted (only the foolish!)

Adam Ward

Two Munros, Five Tops

A motown backing group perhaps? - taken from the subsidiary top of Mullach Sithidh looking across the munro of Mullach na Dheiragain, you can just see its other subsidiary top, before the ridge rears up to the magnificent Sgurr nan Ceathreamhnan and 3 of its 5 tops. The tiny figures give an idea of the scale of the ridge.

Adam Ward

Another Climb

Starting the ascent of Carn na Con Dhu, only a subsidiary top but starting to feel the climb in our legs with still 2 munros to go - a big classic day in Glen Affric. Sgurr nan Ceathreamnan to right.

Adam Ward