Scotland
Mullach Coire Mhic Fhearchair East Top
978M
3208FT
About Mullach Coire Mhic Fhearchair East Top
Situated in the heart of the remote Fisherfield Forest, this Munro Top occupies a dramatic position on the eastern ridge of its parent peak. It offers a rugged, quartzite-strewn landscape that rewards the long approach with immense silence and a feeling of deep isolation within the 'Great Wilderness'.
Key Statistics
Rank
17th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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29.4m
Nearest Town
Letterewe
Geology
You are walking on ancient basement rock topped with layers of hard sandstone and limestone. These rugged stones create the beautifully textured and layered path beneath your feet.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NH056733
Latitude
57.7081°N
Longitude
5.2642°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic for 'The Summit of Farquhar's Corrie,' referring to the massive, north-facing glacial bowl that this high ridge overlooks.
- •This is one of the most remote high points in the Scottish Highlands, typically requiring either a dauntingly long day-trip or a multi-day expedition involving a stay at the Shenavall bothy.
- •The terrain is characterized by white Cambrian quartzite, creating a pale, shimmering summit environment that can be exceptionally slick and treacherous during the region's frequent rain.
- •From this vantage point, walkers gain a spectacular perspective of the main summit’s 'Triple Buttress' and the dark, tooth-like profile of An Teallach rising to the north across the Strath na Sealga.
- •Reaching this spot usually involves crossing the Abhainn Strath na Sealga; a river that serves as an effective, if damp, filter for those who haven't checked the rainfall charts.