Sgurr nan Coireachan | |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 956 m (3,136 ft) [1] |
Prominence | 234 m (768 ft) |
Listing | Munro, Marilyn |
Coordinates | 56°56′07″N5°26′55″W / 56.9354°N 5.4487°W Coordinates: 56°56′07″N5°26′55″W / 56.9354°N 5.4487°W |
Geography | |
Location | Lochaber, Scotland |
Parent range | Northwest Highlands |
OS grid | NM902880 |
Topo map | OS Landranger 40 |
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One of a pair of neighbouring Munros (the other being Sgurr Thuilm), it is a steep and rocky peak with great views from its summit. It is usually climbed from its southern Glennfinnan side. [2]
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