Càrn nan Gobhar (Strathfarrar) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Càrn nan Gobhar |
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Càrn nan Gobhar is the round hill to the right, May 2006
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 992 m (3,255 ft) |
| Prominence | 137 m (449 ft) |
| Parent peak | Sgurr a' Choire Ghlais |
| Listing | Munro |
| Naming | |
| English translation | Hill of the Goat |
| Language of name | Gaelic |
| Pronunciation | English approximation: KARN-nən-KOH-ər |
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| OS grid | NH273438 |
| Topo map | OS Landranger 25, OS Explorer 430 |
Càrn nan Gobhar is a mountain located in the beautiful country of Scotland. It stands on the northern side of a valley called Glen Strathfarrar. This mountain is about 40 kilometres (25 miles) west of the city of Inverness.
About Càrn nan Gobhar
Càrn nan Gobhar is a special type of mountain known as a Munro. A Munro is a Scottish mountain that is at least 914.4 metres (3,000 feet) tall. Càrn nan Gobhar itself reaches a height of 992 metres (3,255 feet). Its name comes from the Gaelic words meaning "Hill of the Goat."
What is a Munro?
In Scotland, mountains over 3,000 feet (914.4 metres) are called Munros. They are named after Sir Hugh Munro, who first listed them in 1891. Climbing all the Munros is a popular challenge for hikers. It's called "Munro Bagging." Càrn nan Gobhar is one of these impressive peaks.
Exploring the Mountain
Many people enjoy climbing Càrn nan Gobhar. It is often climbed along with two other nearby Munros. These are Sgurr a' Choire Ghlais and Sgurr na Ruaidhe. Climbing these mountains together makes for a long and exciting adventure. The views from the top are amazing, showing off the wild Scottish landscape.
Two Mountains, One Name
It can be a bit confusing, but there is actually another mountain also named Càrn nan Gobhar! This other mountain is also a Munro and is exactly the same height. It is located about 14 kilometres (9 miles) to the southwest. This second Càrn nan Gobhar is on the opposite side of Glen Strathfarrar. So, if you hear someone talking about Càrn nan Gobhar, you might need to ask which one they mean!
