Scotland
Cnap na Stri
724M
2375FT
About Cnap na Stri
Situated in the rugged wilderness north of Glen Garry, this hefty Tump rises between the shadows of the South Glen Shiel Ridge and Glen Moriston. It offers a quieter, pathless alternative to its more famous neighbours, requiring a steady trudge through typical Highland rough grass and heather to reach its 724-metre summit.
Key Statistics
Rank
100th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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51m
Nearest Town
Imladris
Geology
You are walking on ancient layers of hardened mud and sand. These are mixed with tough granite that was squeezed into durable, striped rock deep underground.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NH189196
Latitude
57.2312°N
Longitude
5.0019°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic, with 'Cnap' meaning a rounded hill or lump and 'strì' meaning strife or contention. In the Highlands, such names usually refer to historical boundary disputes between neighbouring clans over seasonal grazing rights.
- •The summit offers a commanding view over the sprawling waters of Loch Garry to the south, while the dramatic, notched skyline of the South Glen Shiel Munros forms a serrated wall to the west.
- •Located in a wild, roadless pocket between the A87 and the A887, the hill provides a sanctuary for those looking to escape the busier Munro circuits, though the lack of established paths makes for a physically demanding day.
- •It is a summit that earns its title; the final push through the local mix of peat hags and knee-deep heather ensures that reaching the top remains a genuine struggle.