Sgurr a' Chaorachain

Munro · Scottish Highlands

Sgurr a' Chaorachain

1,053 m · 3,455 ft

Sgurr a' Chaorachain

Munro · Scottish Highlands

Sgurr a' Chaorachain

1,053 m · 3,455 ft

Hill data: The Database of British and Irish Hills v18.6 (CC BY 4.0)Height1,053 m3,455 ft
Grid RefNH 087 447
OS Map429OS Explorer
RegionStrathfarrar & Monar

Sgurr a' Chaorachain stands on a long, rugged ridge between Glen Uig and the far western end of Loch Monar, in remote country. Three ridges meet at the top, which carries a broken trig point. The name is thought to mean 'peak of the torrent'. To the east the ridge runs out to its subsidiary top, Bidean an Eoin Deirg, before dropping to crags above the loch.

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Summit

Trig point (broken)

Rock & Ground

Steep, craggy northern corries and very steep but crag-free southern slopes, linked by narrow crests.

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Our Route

Distance18.9 mi30.4 km
Ascent1,810 m5,940 ft
Time10h 25mwalking
Start & FinishThe Achnashellach Forest car park at CraigNH 0395 4934 · circular route
Directions

No path for 7.5 kmAbout 7.5 km of this route has no path on the map (longest stretch 5.4 km). Expect rough, pathless ground. You will need a map and compass and the skills to use them.

Also on this route: Maoile Lunndaidh, Sgurr Choinnich

Safety: Routes are a guide only. Carry a map and compass and know how to use them, check the weather before you go, and turn back if in doubt. You use this route at your own risk.

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