Scotland
Druim na Sgriodain
735M
2410FT
About Druim na Sgriodain
Rising steeply above the southern shores of Loch Scridain, this prominent Graham offers a rugged, pathless ascent through heather and crag. It serves as the high point of the Ross of Mull, providing a wild, coastal character that feels much grander than its modest elevation might suggest to the casual observer.
Key Statistics
Rank
39th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Isle of Mull
Prominence
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482m
Nearest Town
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Geology
You are trekking over ancient layers of hard, sandy rocks and compressed mudstone. These durable formations create the rugged, solid ground beneath your boots.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NM978656
Latitude
56.7382°N
Longitude
5.3069°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Gaelic 'Druim na Sgriodain', meaning 'the ridge of the scree', referring to the loose, stony slopes that drop away toward the sea-loch on its northern flank.
- •As the highest point of the Ross of Mull, the summit offers a rare perspective of the island's west coast, including a clear view of the white sands of Iona and the distinctive profile of the Treshnish Isles.
- •Looking north across the water, the hill provides a magnificent full-height profile of Ben More, Mull's only Munro, which appears particularly massive when viewed from this coastal vantage point.
- •Despite its modest height, the climb typically begins from near sea level at Pennyghael, meaning walkers must tackle the full vertical ascent without the benefit of high-altitude starting points.
- •The hill is the namesake of Loch Scridain below, a rare instance where a specific mountain feature has dictated the name of a major Scottish sea-loch.