Sgurr Mhurlagain facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Sgurr Mhurlagain
Sgurr Mhurlagain with Glen Kingie in the foreground
Highest point
Elevation	880 m (2,890 ft)
Prominence	515 m (1,690 ft)
Listing	Corbett, Marilyn
Geography
Location	Lochaber, Scotland
Parent range	Northwest Highlands
OS grid	NN012944
Topo map	OS Landranger 33

Sgurr Mhurlagain is a mountain in the beautiful Northwest Highlands of Scotland. It stands tall at 880 meters (about 2,887 feet) above sea level. This impressive peak is located west of a small village called Spean Bridge in an area known as Lochaber.

About Sgurr Mhurlagain

Sgurr Mhurlagain is a large and strong-looking mountain. It forms a big part of the southern side of Glen Kingie, which is a long valley. To its south, you'll find Loch Arkaig, a large and peaceful lake. From the top of Sgurr Mhurlagain, three different ridges stretch out towards the northeast. These ridges are like natural pathways leading down from the summit.

Where is Sgurr Mhurlagain Located?

This mountain is found in the Northwest Highlands, a stunning part of Scotland known for its rugged landscapes and wild beauty. It's part of the wider Lochaber region, which is sometimes called the "Outdoor Capital of the UK" because of all the exciting activities you can do there. The mountain's exact spot can be found using a special map reference: NN012944.

What Kind of Mountain is Sgurr Mhurlagain?

Sgurr Mhurlagain is special because it's listed as both a Corbett and a Marilyn.

• A Corbett is a mountain in Scotland that is between 762 meters (2,500 feet) and 914.4 meters (3,000 feet) tall. There are many Corbetts across Scotland, and climbing them is a popular hobby.
• A Marilyn is a hill or mountain of any height that has a "prominence" of at least 150 meters (about 492 feet). Prominence means how much a mountain rises above the lowest point connecting it to a higher peak. Sgurr Mhurlagain has a prominence of 515 meters, which makes it a very noticeable peak in the landscape.