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.

• •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.