Scotland
Druim a' Chuirn East Top
530M
1739FT
About Druim a' Chuirn East Top
Tucked away in the wild hinterland between Loch Arkaig and Knoydart, this rugged shoulder sits on the long ridge of Druim a' Chuirn. The terrain is characteristically rough, offering a quiet, pathless experience for those exploring the remote glens. It provides an excellent vantage point into the high, jagged peaks of the Knoydart wilderness.
Key Statistics
Rank
312th Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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24
Nearest Town
Meoble
Geology
The ground consists of hardened sandstone and mudstone. These compressed, often shiny rocks form the rugged foundation of the ridge beneath your boots.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NM838888
Latitude
56.9398°N
Longitude
5.5557°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Druim a' Chuirn translates from Scottish Gaelic as 'the ridge of the cairn', referring to the long undulating spine that runs above the head of Glen Dessary.
- •From this 530-metre viewpoint, there is a clear and dramatic vista looking west towards the 'pointed peak' of Sgùrr na Cìche, one of the most distinctive Munro summits in the Northwest Highlands.
- •The hill is most frequently encountered by walkers making the long, arduous approach from the end of the public road at the head of Loch Arkaig, usually as part of a traverse toward the higher western summits.
- •In a region famous for its relentless verticality, this top offers the rare opportunity to stand at 1,739 feet while still feeling distinctly subterranean compared to the massive walls of the neighbouring Knoydart giants.