Scotland
Boc Craoibhe-chaoruinn South Top
508M
1667FT
About Boc Craoibhe-chaoruinn South Top
Rising above the rugged landscapes of Knapdale in Argyll, this 508-metre top offers a classic Scottish hillwalking experience away from the crowds. Its heathery, undulating terrain is characteristic of the region's complex geography, rewarding those who navigate its pathless slopes with clear views over the Sound of Jura.
Key Statistics
Rank
235th Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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25
Nearest Town
Highland
Geology
You are standing on psammite, a hard rock formed from ancient layers of sand. It belongs to the geological foundation known as the Morar Group.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NG910254
Latitude
57.2713°N
Longitude
5.4681°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'Boc Craoibhe-chaoruinn', which translates to 'the buck of the rowan tree', suggesting a landscape once favoured by deer and dotted with these hardy, red-berried trees.
- •From this southern summit, walkers are rewarded with a clear perspective across the Sound of Jura to the distinctive quartzite peaks of the Paps of Jura on the western horizon.
- •The terrain is typical of the Knapdale 'knap and dale' geography, featuring a series of parallel rocky ridges and marshy troughs that require careful route-finding even at this modest altitude.
- •If you actually spot the namesake rowan tree on the summit today, you have better eyes than most; the name likely refers to a much older, more wooded version of this hillside.