Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Auld Darkney
In or near Cortachy.
Auld Darkney — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
Scott Cormie — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Auld Darkney is a named hill or mountain in scotland highlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Auld Darkney is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. Known for its rugged terrain, it offers a challenging environment for experienced hikers and climbers. The area features stunning views and diverse wildlife, characteristic of the Highlands. Visitors can expect a remote, natural setting ideal for outdoor activities.
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- Coordinates
- 56.7865, -2.9467
Sources
- manual: geonames-12608904 (CC BY 4.0)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Auld Darkney?
- Auld Darkney is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Auld Darkney?
- Auld Darkney — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Auld Darkney?
- Its coordinates are 56.7865°, -2.9467°.