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.

• •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.