Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
Carran
Carran — 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. Carran 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
Carran is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is known for its rugged terrain and scenic views typical of the region. Visitors can expect a challenging landscape suitable for experienced hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area offers opportunities for various outdoor activities amid the natural beauty of the Highlands.
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- Coordinates
- 57.8569, -6.9358
- District
- Na h-Eileanan Siar
- Postcode
- HS3 3HP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Na h-Eileanan an Iar
Sources
- manual: geonames-12612994 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Carran?
- Carran is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode HS3 3HP).
- What is Carran?
- Carran — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Carran?
- Drivers can use postcode HS3 3HP.
- How do I get to Carran?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode HS3 3HP. It sits within the Na h-Eileanan an Iar parliamentary constituency.