Fells/Cnoc Bad a' Choille
Scotland
Cnoc Bad a' Choille
340M
1115FT
Rank
246th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Nearest Town
Gob na Foide
About Cnoc Bad a' Choille
Rising above the rugged landscape of the North West Highlands, this modest summit offers a surprisingly expansive vantage point over the coastal fringes. The terrain is typical of the region—a mix of rough heather and occasional boggy patches—making for a short but characterful ascent for those seeking a quiet, uncrowded viewpoint.
Key Statistics
Rank
246th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Nearest Town
Gob na Foide
Prominence
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107m
Geology
You are walking on the Altnaharra Psammite Formation. This landscape is composed of hardened sandstone that has been transformed into a durable, sandy rock.
Nearby Fells
Cnoc a' BhithCnoc nam Bad BogMullach ChonachairCnoc a' Bhaid DaraichCreag Loisgte West Top
Did You Know?
- •The Gaelic name translates to 'Hill of the Thicket of the Wood', suggesting that these now-exposed heathery slopes once supported more significant native tree cover.
- •The summit provides an excellent perspective across Loch Ewe, offering clear views towards the Inverewe Garden peninsula and the more distant, jagged silhouettes of the Great Wilderness mountains.
- •Despite its small stature, its prominence earns it a place on both the Hump and Tump lists, making it a frequent target for those exploring the undulating coastal ground away from the more famous Munros.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NH346992
Latitude
57.9513°N
Longitude
4.7965°W