Sgùrr a' Mhàim, Mountain summit in Lochaber region, Scotland
Sgùrr a' Mhàim is a mountain summit in the Mamore Range topped with a distinctive cap of quartzite stones creating a light grey surface. The peak rises to approximately 1100 meters and connects to neighboring summits forming a linked ridge system across the area.
The mountain was classified as the 51st Munro, marking its position as the second highest peak in the Mamore Range. This classification reflects its significance among Scottish mountain peaks within a long-established categorization system.
The name comes from Scottish Gaelic meaning 'peak of the large rounded hill', reflecting the traditional language of the Highlands. This naming tradition remains visible across the region in many other place names that visitors encounter.
The mountain can be accessed through multiple walking routes, with the main path starting at Achriabhach in Glen Nevis and following a stalker's trail toward Coire a' Mhusgain. Visitors should prepare for exposed sections and uneven ground, bringing proper hiking gear for changing mountain conditions.
The summit connects to the Mamore Ridge via Devil's Ridge, an undulating kilometer-long path with exposed sections demanding careful navigation. This connecting passage offers striking views of surrounding peaks along the way.
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