Scotland
Sail Rac
761M
2496FT
About Sail Rac
Perched on the southern flanks of the South Glen Shiel ridge, this steep-sided spur overlooks the remote waters of Loch Quoich. At 760 metres, it offers a quieter, wilder perspective of the North West Highlands than the busy Munro crests above, providing a rugged, untracked experience for the adventurous walker.
Key Statistics
Rank
40th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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70m
Nearest Town
Achfary
Geology
Sail Rac is built on the Altnaharra Psammite Formation. This rock began as ancient layers of sand that were eventually compressed and hardened into the solid ground beneath you.
Classifications
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NC361398
Latitude
58.3162°N
Longitude
4.7995°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'Sail', meaning 'heel' or 'spur', which accurately describes its geographical role as a secondary ridge-leg protruding south from the higher mountain mass of Sgùrr an Doire Leathain.
- •From its summit, walkers are treated to an exceptional, unobstructed view across Glen Quoich to the 'Rough Bounds of Knoydart', with the jagged profiles of Gleouraich and Spidean Mialach dominating the southern horizon.
- •Although it is classified as a Tump, its location in the heart of the Kintail deer forest means it is far more likely to be visited by red deer than by humans, who typically stick to the 3,000-foot skyline to the north.
- •It serves as a stark reminder that in the Highlands, a mere 'shoulder' can still be significantly higher than most mountains in England or Wales, requiring a serious ascent from the glen floor.
- •It is the sort of peak that enthusiasts climb specifically to avoid other people; usually, the plan works so well that even the local deer seem surprised to see you.