Scotland
Boc Mor NE Top
578M
1896FT
About Boc Mor NE Top
Situated in the rugged heart of the Applecross peninsula, this high point offers a quiet alternative to the busier neighbouring peaks. At nearly 578 metres, its terrain is characteristically Scottish: a mix of peat hags, heather, and Torridonian sandstone, providing a wild sense of isolation and expansive views across the Inner Sound.
Key Statistics
Rank
166th Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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21
Nearest Town
Highland
Geology
This peak is built from Morar Group psammite, a tough, grainy rock that started out as layers of ancient sand.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NG919261
Latitude
57.2787°N
Longitude
5.4524°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Boc Mòr is derived from Scottish Gaelic, meaning 'Great Buck', likely a reference to the red deer that frequent these high sandstone plateaus.
- •The summit provides an exceptional view across the water to the Trotternish Peninsula on Skye and the sharp peaks of the Black Cuillin.
- •Most walkers include this top as an extension to a circuit of the Applecross hills, utilizing the high starting point of the Bealach na Bà road pass to stay above the 500-metre contour.
- •It is the perfect spot for those who find the nearby Bealach na Bà a little too crowded with cyclists and motorists attempting their first hill start.