Mullach Fraoch-choire facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mullach Fraoch-choire |
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Mullach Fraoch-choire from its northwest ridge
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) |
| Prominence | 153 m (502 ft) |
| Parent peak | A' Chràlaig |
| Listing | Munro, Marilyn |
| Naming | |
| English translation | heather-corrie peak |
| Language of name | Gaelic |
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 Mullach Fraoch-choire
Location in Highland
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| Parent range | Northwest Highlands |
| OS grid | NH094171 |
| Topo map | OS Landranger 33 / 34 Explorer 415 |
Mullach Fraoch-choire is a tall mountain in the Northwest Highlands of Scotland. It stands at 1,102-metre (3,615 ft) (about 3,615 feet) high. This makes it a Munro, which is a Scottish mountain over 3,000 feet.
The mountain is part of a long ridge. This ridge stretches for about 8 kilometres (5.0 mi) (5 miles). It lies between Loch Cluanie and upper Glen Affric. Mullach Fraoch-choire is also found within the beautiful Glen Affric National Scenic Area. It is also part of the Glen Affric National Nature Reserve.
Where is Mullach Fraoch-choire?
Mullach Fraoch-choire is located in a stunning part of Scotland. It sits south of upper Glen Affric. It is also north of Loch Cluanie. This area is at the start of Glenmoriston. This valley then continues west towards Glen Shiel and Kintail.
This mountain is one of four Munros on the "Cluanie Horseshoe." This is a group of high peaks shaped like a crescent. It also includes nine "Munro Tops." A Munro Top is a smaller peak that is part of a larger Munro. Mullach Fraoch-choire has its own smaller peak. This peak is on its northeast ridge and is 1,047 metres (3,435 ft) high.
Climbing Mullach Fraoch-choire
There are different ways to climb Mullach Fraoch-choire. You can start from the north. This route begins at the very remote Glen Affric Youth Hostel at Alltbeithe. Or, you can start from the south. This route begins near Cluanie Inn on the A87 by Loch Cluanie.
Many climbers like to tackle the "Cluanie Horseshoe." This usually starts from Glen Affric. However, the closest main road to the youth hostel is actually by Loch Cluanie.
A popular way to climb this mountain is from Cluanie. You would first climb A' Chràlaig. Then, you would walk along the ridge north from there. This path can be quite exciting! It involves some scrambling around several rocky points. There are steep drops on both sides of the path.
The last half-kilometre of the ridge is very narrow. It can be a thrilling challenge. In winter, this section becomes a Scottish Grade I climb. This means it's a challenging but achievable climb for experienced winter hikers. After reaching the top, you can return the same way. Or, you can descend through Coire Odhar. This path starts near the smaller peak of Stob Coire na Chràlaig.
Images for kids
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View north to upper Glen Affric from Mullach Fraoch-choire northeast ridge with Sgurr nan Ceathreamhnan to the left and Loch Affric to the right
