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Coir' an t-Sailein

Corrie (Glacial Valley) in Argyllshire

Scotland

Coir' an t-Sailein

Old road bridge in Glen More At Teanga Brideig
Old road bridge in Glen More Credit: John Ferguson

Coir' an t-Sailein, also known as Corrie, is a glacial valley located in Argyllshire, Scotland. The valley is nestled within the stunning landscape of the Scottish Highlands, surrounded by rugged mountains and lush greenery. Coir' an t-Sailein was carved out by glaciers during the last Ice Age, resulting in its steep sides and U-shaped profile.

The valley is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including hardy mountain plants and grazing sheep. The clear waters of the River Sailein flow through the valley, providing a vital water source for the local wildlife.

Coir' an t-Sailein is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The valley provides a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, allowing visitors to connect with nature and experience the beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

Overall, Coir' an t-Sailein is a breathtaking natural wonder that showcases the power and beauty of glacial landscapes.

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Coir' an t-Sailein Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.422743/-5.9462905 or Grid Reference NM5632. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old road bridge in Glen More At Teanga Brideig
Old road bridge in Glen More
At Teanga Brideig
Upper Glen Clachaig, Isle of Mull The mountain A' Chioch is visible behind the cliffs of Creag Mhic Fhionnlaidh.
Upper Glen Clachaig, Isle of Mull
The mountain A' Chioch is visible behind the cliffs of Creag Mhic Fhionnlaidh.
Col at Coire Mhic Fionnlaidh View from the col at Coire Mhic Fionnlaidh, which is the high point of an important through route across Mull. The track can be seen descending the right hand side of the glen as it heads towards Loch Ba.
Col at Coire Mhic Fionnlaidh
View from the col at Coire Mhic Fionnlaidh, which is the high point of an important through route across Mull. The track can be seen descending the right hand side of the glen as it heads towards Loch Ba.
Mountain stream The stream is about to go down the last steep drop before arriving at the flat ground where Glen More widens and flattens as it reaches the sea (which can just be seen to the right hand side).
Mountain stream
The stream is about to go down the last steep drop before arriving at the flat ground where Glen More widens and flattens as it reaches the sea (which can just be seen to the right hand side).
Golden Hillside A mid-winter's view of the hillside of Guibean Uluvailt lit up by the low sun.
Golden Hillside
A mid-winter's view of the hillside of Guibean Uluvailt lit up by the low sun.
Coir' an t-Sailein This is the coire on the western side of Cruachan Dearg (704m), of which the snow topped summit can just be seen.
Coir' an t-Sailein
This is the coire on the western side of Cruachan Dearg (704m), of which the snow topped summit can just be seen.
Winter sun at head of Sleibhte-Coire Nearing the high point on the right of way to Loch na Keil. The path is a bit of a quagmire at this time of year (perhaps it always is). The sharp summit of A' Choich can be seen to the left and Beinn Fhada to the right.
Winter sun at head of Sleibhte-Coire
Nearing the high point on the right of way to Loch na Keil. The path is a bit of a quagmire at this time of year (perhaps it always is). The sharp summit of A' Choich can be seen to the left and Beinn Fhada to the right.
Summit of Cruachan Dearg The view from the summit of the "Graham" (well, actually half a Graham as it is a twin with its neighbour Corra-Bheinn as both are the same height - 704m - and there is only about an 80m drop between them). The nearest water is Loch Ba and beyond that you can see the sea (the Sound of Mull), then Ardnamurchan and in the distance (top left just below the clouds) can be seen the Isle of Rum.
Summit of Cruachan Dearg
The view from the summit of the "Graham" (well, actually half a Graham as it is a twin with its neighbour Corra-Bheinn as both are the same height - 704m - and there is only about an 80m drop between them). The nearest water is Loch Ba and beyond that you can see the sea (the Sound of Mull), then Ardnamurchan and in the distance (top left just below the clouds) can be seen the Isle of Rum.
Grassy col The grassy col to the right is between Corra-bheinn and Beinn a'Mheadhoin. New plantation can be seen in the distance in Liath Dhoire.
Grassy col
The grassy col to the right is between Corra-bheinn and Beinn a'Mheadhoin. New plantation can be seen in the distance in Liath Dhoire.
Slopes of Corra-bheinn A view from the col between the twin grahams of Corra-bheinn and Cruchan Dearg (both 704m) looking across to the steep sided slopes of the north-east ridge of Corra-bheinn.
Slopes of Corra-bheinn
A view from the col between the twin grahams of Corra-bheinn and Cruchan Dearg (both 704m) looking across to the steep sided slopes of the north-east ridge of Corra-bheinn.
Coir a'Mhaim A burst of sun breaks through the clouds to light up distance Glen More and the hills beyond, although none reaches the grassy lower slopes of Coir a'Mhaim seen in this photo.
Coir a'Mhaim
A burst of sun breaks through the clouds to light up distance Glen More and the hills beyond, although none reaches the grassy lower slopes of Coir a'Mhaim seen in this photo.
Creag Mhic Fhionnlaidh The footpath from Glen More to Glen Clachaig crosses a bealach at about 340m, and from this point there is a view westwards along a line of broken crags towards the pointed top of A Chioch at 867m.
Creag Mhic Fhionnlaidh
The footpath from Glen More to Glen Clachaig crosses a bealach at about 340m, and from this point there is a view westwards along a line of broken crags towards the pointed top of A Chioch at 867m.
The unnamed bealachs of Mull Looking NW from the unnamed 340m bealach above the head of Glen Clachaig towards another col without a name between the northern end of A Chioch [left] and Beinn Fhada, 702m [right]. Neither col is named on the 1:25000 map.
The unnamed bealachs of Mull
Looking NW from the unnamed 340m bealach above the head of Glen Clachaig towards another col without a name between the northern end of A Chioch [left] and Beinn Fhada, 702m [right]. Neither col is named on the 1:25000 map.
Summit of Corra' Bheinn Very windy summer summit! Views nil.
Summit of Corra' Bheinn
Very windy summer summit! Views nil.
Cairn at Bealach A large cairn marks the highpoint of the track which runs from Glen More to Glen Cannel.
Cairn at Bealach
A large cairn marks the highpoint of the track which runs from Glen More to Glen Cannel.
Trig point on Corra-bheinn The trig point on the summit of Corra-bheinn.
Trig point on Corra-bheinn
The trig point on the summit of Corra-bheinn.
Sleibhte-coire Footpath The footpath in the upper reaches of the Sleibhte-coire.
Sleibhte-coire Footpath
The footpath in the upper reaches of the Sleibhte-coire.
Lower reaches of Sleibhte-coire The lower reaches of the Sleibhte-coire.
Lower reaches of Sleibhte-coire
The lower reaches of the Sleibhte-coire.
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Coir' an t-Sailein is located at Grid Ref: NM5632 (Lat: 56.422743, Lng: -5.9462905)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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