Scotland
An t-Sail Mhor
778M
2552FT
About An t-Sail Mhor
Rising above the southern shores of Little Loch Broom, this bulky outlier provides a peaceful sanctuary from the crowds on nearby An Teallach. Its broad, elevated position offers an exceptional perspective of the Wester Ross coastline, stretching away toward the scattered silhouettes of the Summer Isles and the North Minch.
Key Statistics
Rank
31st Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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62m
Nearest Town
Highland
Geology
You are walking over tough white sandstone and layers of limestone and silty mudstone. These durable rocks form the solid foundation of the fell.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NC338483
Latitude
58.3921°N
Longitude
4.8439°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'An t-Sail Mhòr', which translates as 'the big heel', describing its shape as a massive, rounded spur projecting from the main An Teallach massif.
- •The most popular approach begins at Ardessie on the coast, following a dramatic path alongside the Allt Airdeasaidh, a burn featuring a spectacular series of cascading waterfalls.
- •The summit offers a unique architectural perspective of An Teallach’s jagged sandstone spires, providing a sense of the range’s scale that is often lost when you are actually standing on the main ridge.
- •Geologically, the hill is a classic example of Torridonian sandstone; look for the characteristic horizontal tiers of rock on its steeper flanks, which represent ancient river deposits nearly a billion years old.
- •It is frequently overlooked by Munro-baggers racing for the higher peaks, making it an excellent spot to watch the distant, tiny figures struggling across the Corrag Bhuidhe pinnacles while you enjoy your lunch in total solitude.