Ruadh Stac Mor

About Ruadh Stac Mor

Tucked deep within the Fisherfield Forest, this remote Munro offers a true sense of wilderness. Its scree-covered slopes are characteristically rugged, demanding a long approach from Poolewe or Corrie Hallie. Reaching the summit feels like entering a sanctuary of Torridonian sandstone, surrounded by the jagged horizons of the Great Wilderness.

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• •The name Ruadh Stac Mòr comes from Scottish Gaelic, meaning 'Big Red Steep Hill.' This describes the Torridonian sandstone that forms the peak, giving it a warm, reddish hue that contrasts sharply with the grey quartzite found on neighbouring massifs.
• •It is frequently bagged as part of the 'Fisherfield Six,' a legendary circuit of remote peaks. Walkers usually stay at the Shenavall bothy to tackle this long day, which involves crossing the Dundonnell River and navigating miles of trackless, boggy terrain.
• •The summit offers an unparalleled view of A' Mhaighdean, often cited as Scotland’s most remote mountain, and the deep blue waters of Fionn Loch. To the north, the formidable, serrated ridge of An Teallach stands out clearly against the skyline.
• •Unlike many Highland peaks used for sheep farming, the ruggedness of this area made it more suitable for deer stalking, and it remains part of one of the largest areas in the UK without permanent human habitation.
• •While the summit is undeniably majestic, the approach is famous for the 'Fisherfield plod'—a series of endless peat hags designed to test the waterproof lining of even the most expensive mountain boots.