Fells/Carn na Con Dhu
Scotland

Carn na Con Dhu

967M
3173FT
Rank
45th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Nearest Town
Athnamulloch

About Carn na Con Dhu

Situated deep in the remote West Monar forest, this high Munro Top forms part of the rugged northern ridge of Mullach na Dheiragain. Reaching its stony 967-metre summit requires a long approach through Glen Elchaig, rewarding walkers with a true sense of isolation amidst the wild, sprawling peaks of the North West Highlands.

Key Statistics

Rank
45th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Nearest Town
Athnamulloch
Prominence
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82m
Geology
You are hiking over ancient layers of sandy and muddy rocks. Some areas contain shiny minerals that give the ground a subtle, glinting appearance.

Did You Know?

  • •The name is Gaelic in origin, Càrn na Con Duibh, meaning 'Cairn of the Black Dogs', a title that likely refers to hunting hounds or perhaps local folklore common across the Highland landscape.
  • •As a Munro Top of Mullach na Dheiragain, it is usually reached via an arduous trek from the west through Glen Elchaig or as part of a multi-day expedition from the remote iron lodge at Loch Monar.
  • •The summit offers a sharp, high-altitude perspective of the northern face of Sgùrr nan Ceathreamhnan and the long, shimmering reach of Loch Monar to the east.
  • •Located in one of the 'great wilderness' areas of Scotland, anyone bagging this peak will likely spend more time navigating peat hags and stalking paths than actually standing on the summit itself.

Find It

OS Grid Reference
NH072241
Latitude
57.2668°N
Longitude
5.1989°W

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