Scotland
Sgurr a' Choire Riabhaich
852M
2795FT
About Sgurr a' Choire Riabhaich
Situated on the high, undulating ridge north of Glenfinnan, this summit serves as a rugged link between the Munros of Sgùrr nan Coireachan and Sgùrr Thuilm. It possesses a characteristically rocky West Highland temperament, offering a sense of deep isolation with views stretching over the wild waters of Loch Arkaig.
Key Statistics
Rank
90th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Grampians
Prominence
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49m
Nearest Town
Glenfinnan
Geology
You are walking over striped layers of ancient mudstone and sandstone, occasionally crossed by veins of fine-grained volcanic rock.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NM907871
Latitude
56.9277°N
Longitude
5.4411°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic for 'Peak of the Brindled Corrie,' describing the mottled or dappled pattern of scree and vegetation on its steep eastern slopes.
- •It is a key waypoint on the Glenfinnan Horseshoe, a strenuous high-level circuit that begins near the famous railway viaduct and traverses the ridgeline.
- •The summit provides an exceptional perspective of the 'Rough Bounds of Knoydart' to the northwest and the massive western face of Ben Nevis to the east.
- •Despite its impressive height and rocky character, many walkers treat it merely as a steep obstacle to be cleared while rushing between the more famous neighbouring Munros.