Scotland
Carn a' Bhreabadair
480M
1575FT
About Carn a' Bhreabadair
Rising above the wild landscape of Coigach, this modest Hump offers a rough, pathless ascent through thick heather and peat hags. While overshadowed by its jagged neighbours, the summit provides a unique perspective on the sandstone monoliths of Cul Beag and Stac Pollaidh, grounded in a quiet, lonely Highland atmosphere.
Key Statistics
Rank
168th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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104m
Nearest Town
Highland
Geology
You are walking on the Altnaharra Psammite Formation. This rugged landscape is built from ancient layers of sand that were squeezed and hardened into tough rock.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NH112835
Latitude
57.8021°N
Longitude
5.1783°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic Càrn a' Bhreabadair, which translates as the 'Hill of the Weaver', likely referring to a local tradesman who once held grazing rights on these lower slopes.
- •The summit serves as an exceptional vantage point for the 'Assynt giants', offering a particularly intimate view of the steep eastern flanks of Cul Beag and the shimmering expanse of Loch Lurgainn below.
- •Walkers often include this summit as a detour when descending from the higher peak of Cul Beag to the north, navigating the complex, hummocky terrain that characterises the Coigach interior.
- •Despite the name, you are far more likely to find your boots caught in a weave of deep heather and hidden bog than to encounter an actual weaver at the summit.