Scotland
Aonach Sgoilte Far West Top
620M
2034FT
About Aonach Sgoilte Far West Top
Forming a rugged outpost on the Knoydart peninsula, this western top sits on a narrow, shattered ridge. It offers a pathless and demanding character typical of this roadless wilderness, providing a sense of deep isolation and commanding views over the dark waters of Loch Hourn toward the Isle of Skye.
Key Statistics
Rank
229th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Grampians
Prominence
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35m
Nearest Town
Highland
Geology
You are walking on the Morar Schists. These rocks were once layers of sand and mud, transformed into a hard foundation by intense heat and pressure.
Find It
Latitude
57.0547°N
Longitude
5.5947°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Aonach Sgoilte comes from the Gaelic for 'split ridge,' describing the jagged, weathered crest that connects the coastal slopes to the interior mountains.
- •This summit is a significant navigation marker for walkers attempting the full traverse of the Ladhar Bheinn massif, one of Scotland’s most celebrated and remote mountain days.
- •Due to the lack of road access to the surrounding peninsula, a visit to this hill usually begins with a ferry to Inverie or a long trek from Kinlochhourn, keeping the summit remarkably quiet.
- •The 'Far West' designation is no exaggeration; by the time you reach this rocky outcrop, you have successfully left almost every vestige of the modern world behind.