Sgòr an Lochain Uaine

Sgòr an Lochain Uaine is a mountain summit in the Cairngorms with a granite peak reaching approximately 1260 m. The summit overlooks a small green loch nestled in the northeastern corrie, surrounded by rocky terrain and exposed ridges.

The peak gained full Munro status in 1997 when the Scottish Mountaineering Council officially recognized it. This designation came after a reassessment of Scottish mountains using updated criteria.

Alexander Copland from the Cairngorm Club named it The Angel's Peak in the late 19th century, noting how the summit ridges resembled wings.

The ascent requires solid navigation skills as multiple routes approach the summit from different trailheads across the region. Visitors should prepare for changeable weather conditions at the peak and bring sturdy equipment for the exposed terrain.

The mountain hosts rare high-altitude plant species found in few other parts of Scotland, along with uncommon birds like Ptarmigan and Snow Buntings. These uncommon inhabitants thrive at the peak due to its extreme elevation and cold environment.

Location: Aberdeenshire

Elevation above the sea: 1,258 m

GPS coordinates: 57.05834,-3.72573

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:58