Sron a' Gharbh Choire Mhoir

About Sron a' Gharbh Choire Mhoir

Situated on the rugged Isle of Mull, this significant peak forms a dramatic spur of the Ben More massif. Rising above the steep, craggy hollow of Coire Mor, it offers a challenging ascent over basaltic terraces. Hikers are rewarded with an exceptional perspective of Ben More’s soaring north ridge and the shimmering expanse of Loch na Keal.

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• •Its Gaelic name translates as the 'Nose of the Big Rough Corrie,' a literal description of the prominent ridge that projects above the jagged amphitheatre of Coire Mor.
• •Although overshadowed by its neighbour, Ben More, the hill is an essential part of the grand horseshoe ridge walk encircling the head of Glen More.
• •The terrain is defined by stepped basalt lava flows, creating the 'trap' topography characteristic of Mull—a series of steep rocky tiers and grassy ledges that demand careful navigation in mist.
• •The summit provides a spectacular view of the A' Chioch ridge, a sharp, narrow crest connecting to Ben More that offers some of the island's most dramatic mountain architecture.
• •On a clear day, the views across the Atlantic are immense, but the 'Rough Corrie' in its name serves as a fair warning that you will likely spend more time watching your feet than the horizon.