Scotland
Mullach Coire a' Chuir
640M
2100FT
About Mullach Coire a' Chuir
Occupying a spectacular position on the granite spine of northern Arran, this rugged summit sits on the high ridge between Beinn Nuis and Beinn Tarsuinn. It offers a classic island experience of steep, boulder-choked slopes and dramatic views down into the glacial bowl of Coire a' Chuir and across to the jagged silhouette of Cir Mhòr.
Key Statistics
Rank
25th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Isle of Arran
Prominence
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142.9m
Nearest Town
Lochgoilhead
Geology
The ground here is Beinn Bheula Schist. This foundation consists of ancient mud and sand that were compressed and transformed into the rugged, layered rock beneath your feet.
Classifications
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN171034
Latitude
56.1882°N
Longitude
4.9486°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'Mullach Coire a' Chuir', which translates as the 'summit of the corrie of the turn'. This refers to the dramatic, winding glacial hollow that sits immediately below the peak's eastern face.
- •The peak is a vital waypoint on the popular 'Three Beinns' circuit, a high-level traverse that connects Beinn Nuis, Mullach Coire a' Chuir, and Beinn Tarsuinn in a single, demanding day of island trekking.
- •The summit offers a celebrated view directly across the deep trench of Glen Rosa toward the 'Witch's Step' (Ceum na Caillich) and the famously sharp peak of Cir Mhòr, often cited as one of the most dramatic mountain vistas in the UK.
- •The mountain is composed of 'Outer Granite,' part of a massive igneous intrusion that occurred roughly 60 million years ago. The resulting terrain is a mix of weathered slabs and huge, frost-shattered boulders that define the ridge's character.
- •Despite its modest height, the proximity to the coast means that walkers often start their ascent from very near sea level, ensuring that every one of its 640 metres is earned through physical effort.