Scotland
Sguman Coinntich North Top
789M
2589FT
About Sguman Coinntich North Top
Tucked away in the rugged backcountry north of Glen Elchaig, this 789m summit serves as a northern shoulder to Sguman Coinntich. It is a wild, often pathless landscape of rock and heather, offering a sense of profound isolation and a distinct perspective on the jagged peaks of the Skye Cuillin across the water.
Key Statistics
Rank
71st Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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32.2m
Nearest Town
Killilan
Geology
You are walking across the Morar Group, which is composed of hardened mudstones and sandstones. These durable rocks form the rugged foundation of this peak.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NG984310
Latitude
57.3251°N
Longitude
5.3496°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Sguman Coinntich is derived from the Scottish Gaelic for 'mossy hillock,' a description that perfectly captures the damp, peat-rich terrain found throughout the ascent from the glens below.
- •Looking north-west from the summit, walkers are treated to a clear view across Loch Carron towards the Applecross peninsula and the distinctive, layered sandstone ramparts of Beinn Bhan.
- •The most common approach involves a long, scenic walk-in from Killilan through Glen Elchaig, a glen known for its ancient woodland and proximity to the thunderous Falls of Glomach.
- •Given its name and the local climate, reaching this Tump with dry boots is generally considered a significant navigational achievement, or perhaps a sign of a very long drought.