Scotland
Sgurr na Feartaig West Top
797M
2615FT
About Sgurr na Feartaig West Top
Tucked onto the long, undulating ridge above Glen Carron, this 797-metre Tump serves as a rugged gateway to the wild Monar forest. It is a quiet, grassy prow that rewards the long walk in from Craig with a clear, close-up look at the shattered quartzite cliffs of the neighbouring Munro, Sgurr Choinnich.
Key Statistics
Rank
67th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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35m
Nearest Town
Craig
Geology
You are walking on psammite from the Morar Group. This hard, sandy rock formed when ancient sediment was compressed and heated into the durable foundation beneath your feet.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NH044451
Latitude
57.4541°N
Longitude
5.2605°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Sgùrr na Feartaig is likely derived from the Gaelic for "Peak of the Sea Pink" (Thrift), a hardy wildflower often found clinging to rocky Highland ledges and crevices.
- •Positioned on the western edge of the Monar forest, the summit provides an exceptional vantage point over the deep, lonely trench of Pollan Buidhe towards the massive, sprawling plateau of Maoile Lunndaidh.
- •The hill is frequently traversed by those heading for the main 863m summit of Sgurr na Feartaig, serving as the first significant high point after the steep climb from the stalkers' path at Craig.
- •The notoriously soft approach through the glen ensures that by the time you reach the summit, your boots will likely be carrying several pounds of Glen Carron’s finest peat bog with them.