What is recorded here
Hill of the elk
Ben Oss is a prominent hill in the Scottish Highlands, with an elevation of approximately 942 meters. It is part of the Grampian Mountains and is known for its distinctive twin peaks, which are a notable feature in the landscape and have inspired local folklore. The name "Ben Oss" is derived from the Gaelic "Beinn Uisge," meaning "Hill of the Elk," reflecting historical wildlife presence and cultural significance.
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Places near here
Beinn DubhchraigMountain / peak · 1.2 mi
Allt An RundBuilding(s) (period Unassigned), Lead Mine (period Unassigned) · 1.4 mi
Ben LuiMountain / peak · 1.4 mi
Eas AnieWaterfall · 1.9 mi
CononishFarmstead (mid 18th Century) (1769) · 2.1 mi
West Highland WayWalking route · 2.4 mi
Coille Coire ChuilcForest · 3.1 mi
Airigh Nan CiochEnclosure (period Unassigned), Shieling Hut (post Medieval) · 3.3 mi
TyndrumCairn(s) (period Unassigned) · 3.5 mi
The Lochan of the Lost SwordVisitor information · 3.8 mi
The Battle of DalrighVisitor information · 4.1 mi
Battle of DalrighMajor battlefield · 4.1 miOther information
Photo: John Ferguson · CC BY-SA 2.0