Scotland
Leac a' Chaisteil
759M
2490FT
About Leac a' Chaisteil
Rising above the depths of Harta Corrie, this rugged gabbro peak offers a masterclass in the Isle of Skye’s volcanic architecture. While overshadowed by the nearby Sgùrr nan Gillean, its summit provides a staggering perspective of the Pinnacle Ridge and the dark, fractured spine of the Main Cuillin Ridge.
Key Statistics
Rank
46th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Isle of Skye
Prominence
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41m
Nearest Town
Kinloch
Geology
You are walking over hardened volcanic ash and shattered rock fragments. These materials were forged by explosive eruptions that created the foundation of this southern mountain.
Classifications
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NM377936
Latitude
56.9590°N
Longitude
6.3161°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic, translating to 'Slab of the Castle', a reference to the blocky, architectural nature of the gabbro formations and rock tiers found here.
- •Its position provides one of the most dramatic views in the Cuillin, looking directly across the mouth of Lota Corrie towards the formidable east face of Am Basteir and the jagged Basteir Tooth.
- •The terrain is composed of rough, abrasive gabbro; while this provides legendary friction for boots, the rock is notoriously sharp and can easily shred skin or clothing during a slip.
- •Despite standing at a respectable 759m, its proximity to the higher Cuillin giants means it is often overlooked by peak-baggers, making it a surprisingly quiet spot in an otherwise busy mountain range.