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NC500 GT. - 31 – Suilven

As we regain the A894 we have a chance to look back over the magnificent landscape here and see the giant Suilven against the horizon. A mountain that beckoned us again and again whilst in Assynt.

'Suilven may be only 731 metres high, but its remarkable outline make it one of Scotland's best known and most easily identified mountains. Lying in a remote area in the west of Sutherland, it rises from a wilderness landscape of moorland, bogs and lochans known as Inverpolly National Nature Reserve. Suilven forms a steep-sided ridge some two kilometres in length.' Wikipedia & Walkhighlands

The NC 500: The Scottish 'North Coast 500' is one of the world’s most beautiful road trips. A route of just over 500 miles (516) of stunning coastal scenery, white sandy beaches, rugged mountains, remote fishing villages and hidden gems.
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15 comments

Colin Ashcroft said:

Once glimpsed never forgotten. As you say size isn’t everything the form of this mountain is magnificent
3 months ago

Herb Riddle replied to Colin Ashcroft:

Along with Canisp and Stac Pollidh these three mountains dominate the area for many miles up here. All three a delight to observe. Oh to see them in the winter snows. Glad this brought back memories my friend.

Cheers. Herb
3 months ago

Chris Bowness said:

Lovely picture of Suilven. We always used to call it the Sugar Loaf when I lived in that area when I was young... A long time ago...
3 months ago

Herb Riddle replied to Chris Bowness:

Yes, I had seen it called 'Sugar load' too Chris. We were much closer than this staying in our log cabin cottage at Inverkirkaig but on the other side. Glad this brought back memories.

Cheers. Herb
3 months ago

Jaap van 't Veen said:

Wonderful landscape image.
3 months ago ( translate )

TOZ said:

That's a very spectacular mountain Herb love to be up there a very fine Image.
All the best Gordon
3 months ago

Herb Riddle replied to TOZ:

Aye pretty spectacular to say the least Gordon and I believe not too difficult to climb too -but not from this side perhaps. Glad you liked it.

Cheers. Herb
3 months ago

Gudrun said:

The light brings out the spectacular shapes- magnificent!
3 months ago

Herb Riddle replied to Gudrun:

Yes light, as always rules our photos and it gives life to this mountain. Have you seen mountains like this on your travels outside Scotland too my friend.

Best Wishes. Herb
3 months ago

Schussentäler said:

a stunning landscape
3 months ago ( translate )

Herb Riddle replied to Schussentäler:

Thanks so much for this. It was stunning!

Regards. Herb
3 months ago

Roger (Grisly) said:

Not to be ignored Herb this is visible from far and wide
Another wonderful capture!

Thank you for adding your image to the "North Coast 500 Group"
3 months ago

Herb Riddle replied to Roger (Grisly):

Visible for miles and miles Roger, as you know. It was always a delight to see it as well, in its many moods.

Take care. Herb
3 months ago

Keith Burton said:

Despite its relatively low height, this mountain completely dominates the landscape..........the light on its slopes is gorgeous! A beautifully composed shot Herb!⭐️
3 months ago

Herb Riddle replied to Keith Burton:

Thanks for another visit to these now old photos Keith. I think we even saw some snow on there one morning. Another star! - You Honour Me!

Regards. Herb
3 months ago