Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Cairn Ardachy
In or near Drumnadrochit.
Cairn Ardachy — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
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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. Cairn Ardachy 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
Cairn Ardachy is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is notable for its rugged terrain and scenic views characteristic of the region. Visitors can expect a challenging environment suitable for experienced hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area offers opportunities for exploration amidst the natural beauty of the Highlands.
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- Coordinates
- 57.2973, -4.3442
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- IV2 6UG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire
Sources
- manual: geonames-12610714 (CC BY 4.0)
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Where to eat & stay near Cairn Ardachy
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cairn Ardachy?
- Cairn Ardachy is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV2 6UG).
- What is Cairn Ardachy?
- Cairn Ardachy — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Cairn Ardachy?
- Drivers can use postcode IV2 6UG.
- How do I get to Cairn Ardachy?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode IV2 6UG. It sits within the Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire parliamentary constituency.