About Lochnagar NW Top
Located in the Lochaber region near Braemar, this 829-metre summit is classified as a Tump. It offers a rugged, solitary experience compared to its more famous namesake, with a summit providing expansive views across high plateaus and deep glens. This hill is a rewarding goal for walkers seeking a quiet corner of the Highlands.
Key Statistics
Rank
63rd Highest in Region
Parent Range
Lochaber
Nearest Town
Inver
Prominence
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40m
Geology
You are walking on light-colored granite that formed as magma cooled slowly deep underground. This rock belongs to the second stage of the massive Lochnagar formation.
Classifications
Did You Know?
- •The name Lochnagar is a corruption of the Gaelic Loch na Gaire, meaning 'Loch of the Laughter', traditionally thought to refer to the sound of the wind whistling through the surrounding corries.
- •As a Tump, this hill has a prominence of at least 30 metres, distinguishing it as a standalone summit for those who track mountain lists beyond the more famous Munros and Corbetts.
- •The summit offers a specific perspective on the sprawling Cairngorm plateau to the north and the deep, carved valleys of the Mounth that define the landscape around Braemar.
- •It is the perfect destination for the walker who enjoys the name recognition of a famous mountain but would prefer not to share the summit cairn with the usual weekend crowds.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NO228884
Latitude
56.9803°N
Longitude
3.2718°W