Scotland
Sail Mhor
780M
2559FT
About Sail Mhor
Located in the wild expanses near Achnasheen, this 780-metre hill provides a rugged, off-the-beaten-track experience in the heart of Ross-shire. A Tump by classification, its character is defined by heathery slopes and sweeping views, offering a sense of solitude that is often missing from the more popular nearby Munros.
Key Statistics
Rank
60th Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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33m
Nearest Town
Achnasheen
Geology
The ground beneath you consists of tough, layered rocks from the Glenfinnan Group, originally formed from ancient beds of mud and sand.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NH175689
Latitude
57.6733°N
Longitude
5.0605°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'Sail Mhòr', meaning 'Big Heel'. In the context of Highland topography, a 'sail' typically describes a prominent, rounded spur or the steep end of a mountain ridge.
- •Positioned near the remote Fannichs range, the hill looks out over a vast landscape of high-altitude moorland, with the massive shoulders of Sgùrr nan Clach Geala and Sgùrr nan Each dominating the eastern horizon.
- •To the west, walkers can identify the iconic peaks of Torridon, where the ancient Torridonian sandstone of Beinn Eighe and Liathach creates a jagged silhouette against the Atlantic sky.
- •While the name translates to 'Big Heel', the climb is more of a test for your lungs, though the pervasive Highland bog ensures your actual heels won't stay dry for long.