Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Rachan Hill
Rachan Hill — a hill or mountain in scotland central.
Callum Black — 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)
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Rachan Hill is a named hill or mountain in scotland central, 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
Rachan Hill is a mountain located in central Scotland. It offers a range of walking opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. The area is characterised by its natural beauty and diverse landscapes, making it suitable for various levels of hiking experience. Visitors can expect panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
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- Coordinates
- 55.5911, -3.3950
Sources
- manual: geonames-12609873 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Rachan Hill?
- Rachan Hill is in central Scotland, United Kingdom.
- What is Rachan Hill?
- Rachan Hill — a hill or mountain in scotland central.
- How do I get to Rachan Hill?
- Its coordinates are 55.5911°, -3.3950°.