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Knockan Crag

Knockan Crag holds the key to an amazing story of colliding continents and scientific intrigue. The low cliff of Knockan exposes rocks that set the scientific world ablaze in the 19th century, with the discovery that a slice of old rocks sits on top of much younger ones. The Moine Thrust, as it is known, was created by the force of two continents crashing together many millions of years ago.

• Best time to visit

  All year round.

• Getting there

  Thirteen miles north of Ullapool, off the A835. Ullapool to Lochinver bus passes the Reserve entrance.

• Visitor facilities

  Parking, toilets, visitor centre, and trails ranging from easy to strenuous.

• Contact

  SNH, 17 Pulteney Street, Ullapool, Ross-shire IV26 2UP Tel: 01854 613418.
  
  

• Managed by

  Scottish Natural Heritage