Geal Charn

Geal Charn rises to an elevation of 1,049 meters above sea level, featuring a prominent peak with a 2-meter high stone cairn at its summit point.

The mountain received its classification as a standalone Munro in 1891 when Sir Hugh Munro established the first list of Scottish peaks over 3,000 feet.

Scottish mountaineering traditions continue at Geal Charn through the practice of building and maintaining summit cairns that mark successful ascents for generations of climbers.

Climbers can access Geal Charn through multiple routes, with the primary trail spanning 12.7 kilometers and requiring advanced navigation skills during low visibility conditions.

The mountain plateau demonstrates distinct geographic features at coordinates 56.8977787, -4.4571979, connecting several Highland peaks through an extensive network of hiking paths.

Location: Highland

Elevation above the sea: 1,049 m

GPS coordinates: 56.89778,-4.45720

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:48