Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Hill of Skares
In or near Insch.
Hill of Skares — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 328 m.
David Purchase — 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)
- Nearest railway station
- Insch · 6.4 km
- Dog-friendly
About
Hill of Skares is a mountain located in scotland highlands. Elevation: 328 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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Place summary
Hill of Skares is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is characterised by its rugged terrain and scenic views typical of the region. Visitors can expect a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking and wildlife observation, in a landscape shaped by natural forces. The area is known for its dramatic scenery and remote beauty, making it a notable feature in the Highlands.
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- Coordinates
- 57.3949, -2.6083
- District
- Aberdeenshire
- Postcode
- AB52 6UY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Gordon and Buchan
- Nearest railway station
- Insch — 6.4 km
Sources
- osm: n2419702972 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hill of Skares?
- Hill of Skares is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB52 6UY).
- What is Hill of Skares?
- Hill of Skares — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 328 m.
- How do I get to Hill of Skares?
- The nearest railway station is Insch, about 6.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode AB52 6UY.
- How do I get to Hill of Skares?
- The nearest railway station is Insch, about 6.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode AB52 6UY.