Scotland
Stob a' Chearcaill
840M
2757FT
About Stob a' Chearcaill
Rising steeply above the western shores of Loch Linnhe, this rugged peak offers a grandstand view of the Ben Nevis massif. Its terrain is quintessential highland territory: rocky, often pathless, and demanding. The summit provides a spectacular vantage point over the Corran Ferry and the southern entrance to the Great Glen.
Key Statistics
Rank
96th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Grampians
Prominence
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36.7m
Nearest Town
Barrisdale
Geology
You are walking on the Morar Schists, a durable foundation of ancient sand and mud compressed into tough, crystalline layered rock.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NG846029
Latitude
57.0666°N
Longitude
5.5546°W
Did You Know?
- •The name translates from Scottish Gaelic as 'Peak of the Hoop' or 'Peak of the Circle,' likely referring to the distinctive semi-circular corrie that carves into the mountain's northern flank.
- •The summit is a renowned vantage point for studying the massive south-western flanks of Ben Nevis and the Càrn Mòr Dearg Arête, providing a perspective of the mountain often lost when standing at its base.
- •It serves as an introductory peak to the Ardgour peninsula, a region historically known as the 'Rough Bounds' due to its wild, roadless character and challenging, untracked mountain passes.
- •While the name might suggest a gentle, rounded stroll, the reality is an uncompromisingly steep climb through dense heather and scattered crags that tests the fitness of even seasoned walkers.