Sgùrr a' Choire-bheithe facts for kids
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Sgurr a' Choire-bleithe
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 913 m (2,995 ft) |
| Prominence | 390 m (1,280 ft) |
| Listing | Corbett, Marilyn |
| Geography | |
| Location | Lochaber, Scotland |
| Parent range | Northwest Highlands |
| OS grid | NG895015 |
| Topo map | OS Landranger 33 |
Sgùrr a' Choire-bleithe is a tall mountain in the wild and beautiful Knoydart area of Lochaber, Northwest Highlands, Scotland. It stands 913 meters (about 2,995 feet) high. This mountain is known for being very remote, meaning it's far away from towns and cities.
What Makes Sgùrr a' Choire-bleithe Special?
Sgùrr a' Choire-bleithe is one of the highest mountains in Scotland that is called a "Corbett." A Corbett is a Scottish mountain that is between 762 meters (2,500 feet) and 914.4 meters (3,000 feet) tall. There are 222 Corbetts in Scotland.
Corbetts and Munros: What's the Difference?
You might have heard of "Munros." These are even taller mountains in Scotland, reaching over 914.4 meters (3,000 feet). Sgùrr a' Choire-bleithe is very close to being a Munro, missing out by just over one meter! It's like being just a tiny bit too short to join a special club.
Where Can You Find This Mountain?
The mountain is located in a very remote part of Scotland called Knoydart. This area is often called "Britain's last wilderness" because it's so wild and untouched. The top of Sgùrr a' Choire-bleithe is the highest point of a long, rocky ridge. This ridge stretches all the way from Loch Quoich, a large lake, to Barrisdale Bay on the coast.
