like golden eagles and this funny ............uh moose.



We follow the easy track into a very remote part of Scotland where you will be all alone, that is for sure. But there are also a lot of clegs and also midges (although midges where not there this day, it was just simple too hot for them). We stopped alongside a small waterstream for our lunch and saw two eagles soaring the sky.

We continue the track for another 30 minutes or so, but as Sue & Stewart do need to be back on time for newly arriving guests, we decide to cross the river and to return via the other side. Easier said than done!.





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There are huge rocks in the river and the gaps often not that small, so with some jumping and crawling on the rocks we made it to the other side. From there we head back to our car and enjoy the scenery. You will be able to spot us on the last picture, thanks to Sue's white blouse.



This is such a remote area of Scotland which not much people tend to visit, that it has become one of our favorite spots. We will be back here definitely.

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the Hill 99 Viewpoint tower. Climb this tower and enjoy the pleasant views. After the descend, follow the track for a little while until at a crossing where the track goes to the left, turn right instead. You will end up at the waterfront. That spot is called "the Gut". It is made up of saltmarsh, sheltered mudflats, sand and shingle: it is therefore ideal for long-legged, long-beaked wading birds all year round. But be aware of the tide here - it is very easy to be cut off on Culbin's shoreline.







We follow the shoreline tilll the next entry and head back into the forest. There we pick up the Hill 99 track again which willl take you to the Dragonfly Pool. From here it is not far to the parking lot.
During our visit there were not many dragonflies around, but plenty of insect like the one pictured below.



Oh...we forgot to let you know that Elgar was with us, but he did not want to be photographed today. Silly moose!

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It can be very lonely at the top but there is always our own hikingmoose Elgar. Yep..... he made it to the top as well. Here he is waving to his friend Dip who stayed home today.




Nice walk and not too difficult. Just enjoy it !
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And quess who was there as well? Yes....Elgar. But besides him we haven't seen a soul on this walk.



Continue for a long time along the shore untill a fence comes down from the side above. Follow this fence (and we mean this literally) untill you are on top of the small hill.



The "path" will lead to the scattered fuins of Bourblaigue, a large clearance village. And we must admit: this village had a superb view over the whole area and is very remotely situated.



From here you have to head back towards the route. There are a few ways to get back but walk carefully cause it is all cross country. Here is a beautiful view towards the shoreline.



A very pleasant walk where you will be all on your own, so take your time and enjoy the scenery.

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