Scotland
Sgurr na Conbhaire
902M
2959FT
About Sgurr na Conbhaire
Rising just shy of the Munro threshold in the rugged North West Highlands, this high Tump offers a quieter alternative to its busier neighbours. The terrain is typical of the region: steep, grassy slopes giving way to a stony summit plateau with expansive views across the remote glens of the Kintail area.
Key Statistics
Rank
33rd Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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79.9m
Nearest Town
Craig
Geology
You are walking across ancient sandstones and mud-rich rocks. These were heated and squeezed into the durable, layered stones that form this rugged peak.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NH080433
Latitude
57.4397°N
Longitude
5.1995°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Gaelic Sgùrr na Conbhaire, meaning 'Peak of the Dog-keeper,' likely a reference to the historical use of these high ridges by hunters and their hounds.
- •Located on the approach to the higher Munros of the area, the summit provides an excellent vantage point to survey the massive South Glen Shiel Ridge and the shimmering expanse of Loch Cluanie to the south.
- •It serves as a classic example of a 'near-miss' in Scottish hill classification; at 901.9 metres, it stands taller than many famous mountains but lacks the Munro status that would otherwise bring crowds of hikers to its slopes.