Scotland
Sgurr a' Mhuilinn
879M
2883FT
About Sgurr a' Mhuilinn
Rising steeply above the north side of Strathconon, this Corbett offers a quieter alternative to the famous peaks further west. Its grassy southern slopes give way to a spacious summit ridge, providing a spectacular grandstand view of the Fannichs and the sprawling Torridon mountains on the western horizon.
Key Statistics
Rank
38th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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580m
Nearest Town
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Geology
The ground beneath you is composed of compressed mudstones and tough, banded rocks. These durable layers form the rugged foundation of the mountain.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NH264557
Latitude
57.5584°N
Longitude
4.9023°W
Did You Know?
- •The name translates from Scottish Gaelic as 'Peak of the Mill', likely referring to the historical corn mills that once operated along the River Meig in the glen below.
- •It is most frequently climbed in a circular route with its neighbouring hill, Meallan nan Uan, connected by a high, often boggy col.
- •The summit's easterly position makes it an exceptional vantage point for seeing Ben Wyvis in isolation, as well as the crowded silhouettes of the Strathfarrar and Monar hills to the south.
- •Despite its name, the only things likely to be grinding here are your knees, thanks to the relentless and uncompromising direct ascent from the Strathconon road.