Scotland
Geal Charn
794M
2603FT
About Geal Charn
Rising above the northern shores of Loch Errochty, this rounded Grampian peak offers a quieter alternative to the busy Drumochter Munros nearby. The terrain is typical Highland moorland—heathery and occasionally peat-heavy—leading to a broad summit plateau that serves as an excellent vantage point for the Beinn a' Ghlo massif.
Key Statistics
Rank
102nd Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Grampians
Prominence
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128.1m
Nearest Town
Perth and Kinross
Geology
You are walking on tough white quartzite and sparkly, layered rocks. These ancient sands and muds have hardened over time to form the mountain's solid, rugged foundation.
Classifications
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN681544
Latitude
56.6633°N
Longitude
4.1528°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Geal Charn comes from the Scottish Gaelic language and translates as 'White Cairn'. This common descriptive name usually refers to the presence of light-coloured quartzite stones or granite boulders near the summit, which can give the peak a pale appearance from a distance.
- •The summit provides an exceptional, unobstructed perspective of the 'Fairy Hill', Schiehallion, to the south, while the long, shark-fin ridges of Beinn a' Ghlo dominate the eastern horizon across the glen.
- •Most walkers approach the hill from the south via the remote settlement of Trinafour, following the length of Loch Errochty—a secluded reservoir that remains largely hidden from the main A9 corridor.
- •With no fewer than four Munros and several smaller hills sharing the exact same name across the Highlands, the most challenging part of the day is often ensuring your navigation has led you to the correct Geal Charn.