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Sgurr Dubh
Sgurr Dubh
Highest point
Elevation 782 m (2,566 ft)
Prominence 215 m (705 ft)
Listing Corbett, Marilyn
Geography
Location Wester Ross, Scotland
Parent range Northwest Highlands
OS grid NG979557
Topo map OS Landranger 25

Sgurr Dubh is a mountain found in the Northwest Highlands of Scotland. It stands 782 meters (about 2,566 feet) tall. This makes it a special kind of mountain known as a Corbett and also a Marilyn.

Exploring Sgurr Dubh

Sgurr Dubh is located southwest of a small village called Kinlochewe. This area is part of Wester Ross, a beautiful region in Scotland. The mountain rises steeply from the south side of Glen Torridon.

What Makes Sgurr Dubh Special?

Even though Sgurr Dubh is smaller than its huge neighbor, Beinn Eighe, it has its own unique look and feel. It's a great place for hikers who want to experience the wild beauty of the Scottish Highlands. The views from its top are amazing, showing off the rugged landscape around it.

Mountain Classifications

Mountains in Scotland are often classified by their height.

  • A Corbett is a mountain in Scotland that is between 762 meters (2,500 feet) and 914.4 meters (3,000 feet) high. It must also have a drop of at least 152 meters (500 feet) on all sides.
  • A Marilyn is a hill or mountain of any height that has a drop of at least 150 meters (492 feet) on all sides. Sgurr Dubh fits both of these descriptions!
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