Beinn a' Chlachair facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Beinn a' Chlachair |
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![]() Beinn a' Chlachair from the Allt Meall Ardruighe reservoir
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 1,087 m (3,566 ft) |
Prominence | 539 m (1,768 ft) |
Listing | Munro, Marilyn |
Geography | |
Location | Highland, Scotland |
Parent range | Grampian Mountains |
OS grid | NN471781 |
Topo map | OS Landranger 42 |
Beinn a' Chlachair is a tall mountain in the Grampian Mountains of Scotland. It stands 1,087 meters (about 3,566 feet) high. This makes it one of Scotland's special mountains known as a Munro. You can find it south of Loch Laggan, close to a small, quiet village called Kinloch Laggan.
What is Beinn a' Chlachair?
Beinn a' Chlachair is the highest among a group of three Munro mountains in its area. The top of the mountain is a wide, flat area, like a big plateau. While the summit is spacious, three of its sides are quite steep. On its northern side, there is a corrie, which is a bowl-shaped hollow formed by glaciers.
Where is Beinn a' Chlachair Located?
This mountain is found in the Highland region of Scotland. It is part of the large Grampian Mountains range. Its location near Loch Laggan makes it a part of a beautiful and often wild landscape. The closest small community is Kinloch Laggan, which is quite remote.
What is a Munro Mountain?
In Scotland, a "Munro" is a mountain that is over 3,000 feet (or 914.4 meters) tall. There are 282 Munros across Scotland, and climbing them all is a popular challenge for hikers. Beinn a' Chlachair is one of these famous peaks, making it a significant landmark for mountain enthusiasts.