Fraochaidh facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Fraochaidh |
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Fraochaidh, showing its forested lower slopes.
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 879 m (2,884 ft) |
| Prominence | 551 m (1,808 ft) |
| Listing | Corbett, Marilyn |
| Geography | |
| Location | Highland and Argyll and Bute, Scotland |
| Parent range | Grampian Mountains |
| OS grid | NN029517 |
| Topo map | OS Landranger 41 |
Fraochaidh is a mountain in Scotland that stands 879 meters (about 2,884 feet) tall. It's part of the Grampian Mountains, a large mountain range in the country. You can find Fraochaidh on Scotland's west coast, located between the famous Glen Coe valley and the town of Oban. This mountain also sits right on the border between two Scottish regions: Highland and Argyll and Bute.
Exploring Fraochaidh
Fraochaidh is known for its steep sides. This means it can be a challenging climb! Many parts of the mountain, especially its lower slopes, are covered in thick forests. These forests are often made up of planted trees.
Routes to the Top
If you want to reach the summit of Fraochaidh, the best way to go is from the Glen Coe side. This is the northern part of the mountain. Climbing from this direction offers the clearest path to the top.
What Makes Fraochaidh Special?
Fraochaidh is more than just a tall mountain; it's also recognized in a couple of special ways:
- It's a Corbett. In Scotland, a Corbett is a mountain that is between 2,500 and 3,000 feet (762 and 914.4 meters) high, with a drop of at least 500 feet (152.4 meters) on all sides.
- It's also a Marilyn. A Marilyn is any hill or mountain in the British Isles that has a drop of at least 150 meters (about 492 feet) on all sides. This means Fraochaidh stands out clearly from the land around it.
