Scotland
Stob Coire a' Chearcaill
771M
2530FT
About Stob Coire a' Chearcaill
Dominating the skyline west of Fort William, this substantial Corbett offers one of the finest vantage points in Ardgour. Its broad, grassy ridges rise steeply from the shores of Loch Eil, providing a straightforward but rewarding ascent. The summit serves as a grandstand for the massive North Face of Ben Nevis across the water.
Key Statistics
Rank
27th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Isle of Mull
Prominence
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575m
Nearest Town
Ardgour
Geology
You are walking on the Stronchreggan Member, a foundation of ancient sands and muds that heat and pressure transformed into these tough, durable rocks.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN016726
Latitude
56.8032°N
Longitude
5.2496°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic, translating as 'Peak of the Corrie of the Circle.' This refers to the perfectly rounded, hoop-like corrie carved into the mountain's northern face.
- •Rising directly from the shores of Loch Linnhe, the summit offers an unrivaled view of the Great Glen’s southern terminus and the long reach of Loch Eil stretching westward.
- •Despite its accessibility from the settlement of Blaich, the hill remains remarkably quiet compared to the famous peaks of the Mamores or the Nevis range directly opposite.
- •Hikers can look directly down into the Corpach Basin, where the Caledonian Canal meets the sea, providing a unique perspective on Thomas Telford’s engineering masterpiece from 771 metres up.
- •It is an ideal spot for those who prefer looking at Ben Nevis rather than standing on it; you get a better view of the mountain’s true scale without the communal experience of the 'Pony Track' crowds.