Scotland
Rocks of Clais nam Bo
528M
1732FT
About Rocks of Clais nam Bo
Rising above the Slochd Mòr pass, this heathery spur offers an excellent vantage point over the Highland Main Line and the A9. The summit is defined by its namesake rocky outcrops, providing a rugged contrast to the rolling Monadhliath moors. It is an ideal short climb for those transiting the north.
Key Statistics
Rank
98th Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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20
Nearest Town
Belnacraig
Geology
You are walking on dark, crystalline rock that cooled slowly deep underground. These tough stones are part of the massive Morven-Cabrach formation.
Classifications
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NJ359206
Latitude
57.2722°N
Longitude
3.0641°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Gaelic 'Clais nam Bò', meaning 'the hollow of the cows,' suggesting the sheltered ground below the rocks was once used for gathering or sheltering cattle during drives.
- •The summit provides a spectacular perspective on the Slochd Mòr viaduct, a curved masonry structure completed in 1897 to carry the railway over the deep mountain pass.
- •Situated at the northern edge of the Monadhliath, these rocks overlook the historic 'Slochd Muick' (the Boar's Hollow), a narrow gap that has served as a vital transport corridor for centuries.
- •It offers the unique satisfaction of watching the A9 traffic crawl through the pass while you remain entirely stationary and undisturbed by the frantic pace below.