Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Knockencorsan
In or near Skelmorlie.
Knockencorsan — 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)
- Nearest railway station
- Wemyss Bay · 5.0 km
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Knockencorsan 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
Knockencorsan is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It features rugged terrain typical of the region, offering a challenging environment for experienced hikers. The peak provides expansive views of the surrounding landscape, characterised by its natural beauty and diverse wildlife. Visitors can expect a remote and tranquil setting, ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking and nature observation.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8621, -4.8125
- District
- North Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA30 8SW
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Ayrshire and Arran
- Nearest railway station
- Wemyss Bay — 5 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-12613115 (CC BY 4.0)
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Where to eat & stay near Knockencorsan
Places to stay
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📷 7Places to eat & drink
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Knockencorsan?
- Knockencorsan is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA30 8SW).
- What is Knockencorsan?
- Knockencorsan — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Knockencorsan?
- The nearest railway station is Wemyss Bay, about 5.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA30 8SW.
- How do I get to Knockencorsan?
- The nearest railway station is Wemyss Bay, about 5.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KA30 8SW.