North West Sutherland National Scenic Area, Protected natural area in Highland, Scotland.
The North West Sutherland National Scenic Area spans 26,565 hectares, including 23,415 hectares of land and 3,151 hectares of marine environment.
Following World War II, Sir Douglas Ramsay's committee established preservation guidelines, leading to the area's official designation as a National Scenic Area in 1981.
The region carries the Gaelic name Ceathramh Garb, meaning Rough Quarter, reflecting the traditional Scottish Highland linguistic heritage of the area.
The designated area includes the mountains of Foinaven, Arkle, Ben Stack, and coastal sections near Loch Laxford, offering multiple hiking and photography locations.
Several Natura 2000 sites within the area contain Special Protection Areas for breeding seabirds and Special Areas of Conservation for priority habitats.
Location: Highland
GPS coordinates: 58.37033,-4.90485
Latest update: March 10, 2025 18:52
Eas a' Chùal Aluinn
18.5 km
Ben Hope
18 km
Kylesku Bridge
14.4 km
Loch Eriboll
20.3 km
Quinag
18.8 km
Foinaven
4.8 km
Ben Stack
5 km
Dun Dornaigil
15.5 km
Arkle
109 m
Ben Hee
17.4 km
Laxford Bridge
6.6 km
Badcall
14.4 km
An Dun, Loch Ardbhair
18.5 km
Cranstackie
10.7 km
Beinn Spionnaidh
12.7 km
Eas Creag an Luchda
13.1 km
Meall Meadhonach, wheelhouse 1850m SSW of summit cairn
18.1 km
Loch Glendhu
13.4 km
Kinlochbervie, Church Of Scotland Church
13.1 km
Sabhal Beag
7.8 km
Rhiconich Bridge
7.7 km
Drochaid Mhor, Bridge
15.5 km
Achriesgill Bridge
9.2 km
Bridge, Polla
12.3 km
Ard Neackie, Ferry House
19.9 km
Ard Neackie, Limekilns
19.8 km
Meallan Liath Mòr
16.8 km
Church Of Scotland Manse, Kinlochbervie
13.2 kmReviews
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