Scotland
Craigendarroch
402M
1318FT
About Craigendarroch
Reaching an elevation of 401.6 metres on the Isle of Skye, this summit is classified as a Marilyn, signifying its significant topographical prominence. It offers a more accessible objective than the island's high-altitude ridges, providing a distinct vantage point to appreciate the rugged moorland and indented coastal scenery that defines the region.
Key Statistics
Rank
195th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Isle of Skye
Prominence
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158.9m
Nearest Town
Tullich
Geology
You are walking on light-colored granite from the Ballater Pluton, a mass of molten rock that once cooled deep beneath the Earth's surface.
Nearby Fells
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OS Grid Reference
NO365965
Latitude
57.0554°N
Longitude
3.0475°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Craigendarroch is derived from the Scottish Gaelic Creag nan Darach, which translates as the 'Hill of the Oaks'.
- •Its status as a Marilyn indicates that the hill has a prominence of at least 150 metres, marking it as a topographically distinct landmark within the local landscape.