Scotland
Sgurr a' Bhac Chaolais
885M
2904FT
About Sgurr a' Bhac Chaolais
Rising steeply above the western end of Glen Shiel, this rugged peak offers a quieter, rockier experience than the neighbouring Munros. Its summit provides a staggering vantage point to view the jagged Forcan Ridge on The Saddle and the deep waters of Loch Duich cutting through the mountains toward the west coast.
Key Statistics
Rank
74th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Grampians
Prominence
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121m
Nearest Town
Kinloch Hourn
Geology
The ground here consists of Morar Group psammite, a durable rock formed from layers of hardened sandstone.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NG958110
Latitude
57.1443°N
Longitude
5.3768°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic, likely translating as 'Peak of the Narrow Hollow'. This refers to the deep, narrow pass of the Bealach Coire Bhac which separates this summit from its higher neighbour, Sgùrr na Sgine.
- •Despite standing at 885 metres—just 29 metres short of the 3,000-foot Munro threshold—the hill is often overlooked by hikers focused on the South Glen Shiel Ridge, making it an excellent choice for those seeking solitude.
- •The most popular approach begins near the site of the 1719 Battle of Glenshiel, following the historic military road before climbing the steep northern slopes into the high corries.
- •From the summit, walkers earn an exceptional perspective of the 'Five Sisters of Kintail' across the glen, appearing as a serrated wall of peaks to the north.
- •At 2,904 feet, the hill is a victim of a very specific Scottish frustration, missing out on Munro status by roughly the height of seven double-decker buses.