Teanga Chorrach

About Teanga Chorrach

Forming a steep, grass-and-boulder shoulder on the western side of Mull's only Munro, Ben More, this 701-metre Tump offers a quieter vantage point than its famous neighbour. The ascent over rugged ground provides excellent views across the Atlantic towards the Treshnish Isles and the long profile of Ulva.

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• •The name derives from the Scottish Gaelic 'Teanga Chorrach', which translates as the 'Steep Tongue', referring to the way the ridge tapers sharply as it drops away from the main massif.
• •While most walkers follow the eroded trade route up Ben More from Dhiseig, this summit is often overlooked, offering a much more solitary experience of the island's high ground.
• •The summit provides a specifically framed view of the 'Dutchman’s Cap' (Bac Mòr) and the basalt columns of Staffa visible across the waters of Loch na Keal.
• •The terrain consists of the stepped basalt traps common to Mull; these volcanic ledges create a natural staircase that is remarkably grippy when dry but treacherous when the island's frequent mists descend.
• •Reaching this point usually confirms you have successfully avoided the main tourist path, though the lack of a trodden trail means your boots will likely pay for the privilege in bog water.