Scotland
Sgor a' Chaorainn
644M
2113FT
About Sgor a' Chaorainn
Tucked away in the wild country between Glen Strathfarrar and Loch Mullardoch, this rounded Tump offers a quiet escape from the neighboring Munro-bagging crowds. Its heathery slopes lead to a summit with commanding views south over the massive ridges of Sgùrr na Lapaich and the remote waters of the Loch.
Key Statistics
Rank
84th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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77m
Nearest Town
Braeantra
Geology
You are walking over layers of mud and sand that were squeezed into tough, layered rocks. These sturdy formations create the rugged ground beneath your boots.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NH463781
Latitude
57.7664°N
Longitude
4.5842°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Scottish Gaelic, likely meaning 'Peak of the Rowan Tree'; while trees are now rare on these heights, rowans often mark the burnsides and lower gullies in the surrounding glens.
- •It sits in one of the most remote parts of the North West Highlands, positioned on the high ground separating the long, isolated glens of Strathfarrar and Cannich.
- •From the summit cairn, the view south is dominated by the sprawling north faces of the Mullardoch Munros, particularly the sharp profile of Sgùrr na Lapaich rising above the water.
- •Designating this broad, heathery shoulder a 'Sgor'—a word usually reserved for sharp peaks or rocky outcrops—suggests the original namers were feeling particularly generous that day.