Sgorr Mhic Eacharna

About Sgorr Mhic Eacharna

Rising above the head of Loch Spelve, this rugged Graham offers a quieter alternative to Mull’s more famous peaks. The ascent is often pathless and demanding, crossing typical island terrain of wet moorland and steep basalt terraces to reach a summit with sweeping views over the Firth of Lorn.

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• •The name is Scottish Gaelic for 'the Peak of the Son of Eacharna' (MacEachern’s Peak). Eacharna itself is an ancient name derived from 'each' (horse) and 'tighearna' (lord), effectively meaning the Son of the Horse-Lord.
• •It is frequently climbed in tandem with its southern neighbour, Beinn Bhearnach, to complete a high-level circuit above Glen More, avoiding the arduous re-ascent from the valley floor.
• •From the summit, the view west is dominated by the massive bulk of Ben More, while looking east across the water provides a clear line of sight to the distinctive twin peaks of the Paps of Jura.
• •The hill's structure is defined by ancient volcanic activity, featuring 'trap' topography where layers of hard basalt form a series of natural steps or terraces that require careful navigation in low cloud.
• •The lower slopes are remarkably efficient at hiding deep, water-filled holes within the heather; a walker can transition from dry boots to waist-deep bog with very little warning.