Scotland
Sgurr Coire nan Eun
789M
2589FT
About Sgurr Coire nan Eun
Rising above the remote northern shores of Loch Monar, this rugged peak sits on the great eastern shoulder of Sgurr na Lapaich. Its terrain is quintessential North West Highlands, offering a rocky, elevated perspective on the wild Monar Forest and the surrounding giants of the Strathfarrar forest.
Key Statistics
Rank
71st Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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83m
Nearest Town
Monar Lodge
Geology
You are walking on the Wester Ross Supergroup. These rocks formed from ancient layers of sand and mud that were squeezed and hardened into solid stone.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NH197469
Latitude
57.4766°N
Longitude
5.0080°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Gaelic Sgùrr Coire nan Eun, which translates as the 'Peak of the Corrie of the Birds', likely referring to the ptarmigan or birds of prey that frequent the high crags overlooking the loch.
- •The summit serves as a significant landmark on the long, high-level ascent from the Loch Monar dam toward the 1,150-metre Munro summit of Sgurr na Lapaich.
- •From this vantage point, walkers earn an exceptional view of the massive glacial amphitheatre on Sgurr na Lapaich’s eastern face, with the remote waters of Loch Monar stretching away to the west towards Maoile Lunndaidh.
- •Despite standing at a respectable 789 metres, its lack of sufficient 'drop' from its parent peak means it is frequently bypassed by hill-baggers racing toward the Munros, leaving its summit in relative peace.