Scotland
Cruachan Charna
170M
558FT
About Cruachan Charna
Rising from the sheltered waters of Loch Sunart, this island high point offers an isolated, maritime perspective on the Ardnamurchan coastline. The ascent through rough, trackless heather is brief but rewarding, providing an intimate view across the sea to the Morvern hills and the neighbouring island of Oronsay.
Key Statistics
Rank
263rd Highest in Region
Parent Range
Data coming soon
Prominence
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170
Nearest Town
Glenborrodale
Geology
You are hiking across ancient layers of hardened sandstone and mudstone. These durable, crystalline rocks form the rugged foundation of the mountain beneath your feet.
Nearby Fells
Torr a' Choilich
Risga
Tom nan Eildean
Tom Port Phadruig
Tom nan Eildean West Top
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NM618589
Latitude
56.6618°N
Longitude
5.8882°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'Cruachan', meaning a conical hill, and 'Càrna', which translates to 'stony place', aptly describing the island's rugged and rocky character.
- •Although now largely uninhabited and used for rewilding projects, the island of Càrna supported a small community of families until the mid-19th century.
- •Accessing the hill requires a boat trip across Loch Sunart; the island is separated from the mainland by Caol Chàrna, a narrow channel known for its strong tidal currents.
- •From the 170-metre summit cairn, walkers can look directly down the sea loch toward the Sound of Mull, with the distinct, rocky profile of Ben Hiant visible to the west.
- •As a Marilyn, it comfortably exceeds the required 150 metres of prominence by the simple geographic advantage of being entirely surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean.