Scotland
Sgurr an Ursainn
817M
2681FT
About Sgurr an Ursainn
Rising steeply above the wild floor of Glen Gour, this Ardgour peak offers a rugged, pathless experience far removed from the crowds of nearby Fort William. Its rocky southern flanks demand effort, rewarding walkers with an unimpeded view across Loch Linnhe to the grey bulk of Ben Nevis and the distant Mamores.
Key Statistics
Rank
112th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Grampians
Prominence
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33.1m
Nearest Town
Glenfinnan
Geology
You are walking on ancient layers of hardened sand and mud. These are occasionally pierced by veins of pale, coarse-grained igneous rock.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NM874868
Latitude
56.9236°N
Longitude
5.4949°W
Did You Know?
- •The name translates from Scottish Gaelic as the 'Peak of the Door-post'. This likely refers to its prominent position flanking the entrance of the glen, standing like a monumental pillar alongside its neighbour, Sgùrr na h-Eanchainne.
- •Despite being close to Fort William as the crow flies, the hill remains remarkably quiet; access requires a trip across the Corran Ferry, which acts as a psychological and physical gateway to the more isolated Ardgour peninsula.
- •The summit provides a unique perspective of the Great Glen’s southern end, where the coastal waters of Loch Linnhe meet the steep, mountainous walls of the mainland.
- •This is a hill for those who prefer the company of red deer to other hikers; you are significantly more likely to lose a boot in a hidden Ardgour bog than you are to encounter a fellow walker on the ascent.