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An Sgòrr

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

An Sgòrr

Summit cairn on An Sgorr
Summit cairn on An Sgorr Credit: Tim Glover

An Sgòrr, located in Perthshire, Scotland, is a prominent hill or mountain that attracts outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Standing at an impressive height of approximately 1,046 feet (319 meters), it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

The ascent to the summit of An Sgòrr is relatively moderate and accessible for hikers of varying experience levels. The well-defined path leads visitors through heather-clad slopes and lush greenery, providing a pleasant and picturesque hiking experience. On a clear day, hikers are rewarded with stunning views of Loch Rannoch, the surrounding Munros, and the vast expanse of the Scottish Highlands.

The summit of An Sgòrr is marked by a cairn, a man-made pile of stones, which is a common feature of Scottish mountains. This cairn not only serves as a point of interest for hikers but also acts as a navigation aid in poor visibility conditions.

The area surrounding An Sgòrr is rich in biodiversity, with various plant and animal species calling it their home. Hikers may encounter red deer, mountain hares, and a variety of bird species throughout their journey.

An Sgòrr is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, hillwalking, and wildlife observation. Its accessibility, combined with its stunning views and natural beauty, make it a must-visit location for those exploring the Perthshire region of Scotland.

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An Sgòrr Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.630646/-4.2173369 or Grid Reference NN6450. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Summit cairn on An Sgorr
Summit cairn on An Sgorr
Grassed ground with studded rocks at summit of Carn Gorm The image was recorded from the summit area of Carn Gorm looking near to west and where the nearer mountain is Beinn Dearg.
Grassed ground with studded rocks at summit of Carn Gorm
The image was recorded from the summit area of Carn Gorm looking near to west and where the nearer mountain is Beinn Dearg.
Rocks on declining ridge of An Sgorr An Sgorr is an intermediate summit along the mountain range on the north side of Glen Lyon. Carn Gorm is the distant mountain.
Rocks on declining ridge of An Sgorr
An Sgorr is an intermediate summit along the mountain range on the north side of Glen Lyon. Carn Gorm is the distant mountain.
Approaching summit of Carn Gorm Final approach to the summit cairn with Loch Rannoch in the distance.
Approaching summit of Carn Gorm
Final approach to the summit cairn with Loch Rannoch in the distance.
Summit of Meall Garbh (Glen Lyon) Summit cairn is obscured by old iron fence posts which litter this stretch of hill country.
Summit of Meall Garbh (Glen Lyon)
Summit cairn is obscured by old iron fence posts which litter this stretch of hill country.
Summit of Meall Garbh A Munro defined as a mountain in Scotland with a height over 3,000 feet (914.4 m), and which is on the Scottish Mountaineering Club (SMC) official list of Munros; there is no explicit topographical prominence requirement.
Summit of Meall Garbh
A Munro defined as a mountain in Scotland with a height over 3,000 feet (914.4 m), and which is on the Scottish Mountaineering Club (SMC) official list of Munros; there is no explicit topographical prominence requirement.
Path on Carn Gorm The path leads up to the south east ridge of Carn Gorm.
Path on Carn Gorm
The path leads up to the south east ridge of Carn Gorm.
South East Ridge of Carn Gorm Looking down the ridge towards Glen Lyon. Meall nan Aighean on the left.
South East Ridge of Carn Gorm
Looking down the ridge towards Glen Lyon. Meall nan Aighean on the left.
The stony SE subsidiary summit of Carn Gorm This lower point of Carn Gorm, actually called Meall Garbh, appears to lie in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NN6449">NN6449</a>, rather than <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NN6448">NN6448</a> as shown on the maps. (According to my GPS unit, anyway.) The view beyond looks way up Glen Lyon.
The stony SE subsidiary summit of Carn Gorm
This lower point of Carn Gorm, actually called Meall Garbh, appears to lie in NN6449, rather than NN6448 as shown on the maps. (According to my GPS unit, anyway.) The view beyond looks way up Glen Lyon.
From Meall Garbh to Carn Gorm Unseen in the dead ground there is a patch of rather peaty ground; otherwise it's an easy climb from here to the summit area of the Munro.
From Meall Garbh to Carn Gorm
Unseen in the dead ground there is a patch of rather peaty ground; otherwise it's an easy climb from here to the summit area of the Munro.
Peaty ground on the flat bealach This dry(ish) pool and a few peat hags occupy the flat top between Meall Garbh and Carn Gorm.
Peaty ground on the flat bealach
This dry(ish) pool and a few peat hags occupy the flat top between Meall Garbh and Carn Gorm.
Shallow peaty pool near Meall Garbh
Shallow peaty pool near Meall Garbh
Uphill from Meall Garbh to Carn Gorm The last couple of hundred feet of ascent to the first Munro of 4 above Glen Lyon.
Uphill from Meall Garbh to Carn Gorm
The last couple of hundred feet of ascent to the first Munro of 4 above Glen Lyon.
Inverar Burn Looking towards Carn Gorm
Inverar Burn
Looking towards Carn Gorm
On Carn Gorm Looking down into Glen Lyon from the ridge
On Carn Gorm
Looking down into Glen Lyon from the ridge
On Carn Gorm Looking over Glen Lyon towards the Lawers range
On Carn Gorm
Looking over Glen Lyon towards the Lawers range
Meall Garbh from path to Carn Gorm This is the 832m top south of Carn Gorm, not the 968m Munro to the northeast, although both confusingly share the name Meall Garbh.
Meall Garbh from path to Carn Gorm
This is the 832m top south of Carn Gorm, not the 968m Munro to the northeast, although both confusingly share the name Meall Garbh.
The final approach to Carn Gorm
The final approach to Carn Gorm
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An Sgòrr is located at Grid Ref: NN6450 (Lat: 56.630646, Lng: -4.2173369)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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Lat/Long: 56.6306777/-4.217403
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