Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh Ruaidh, Mountain summit in Trotternish, Isle of Skye, Scotland.
Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh Ruaidh rises to 593 meters above sea level and features a prominent ridge running north to south on the Trotternish peninsula.
The mountain's geological formation dates back millions of years, resulting from ancient volcanic activity that shaped the entire Trotternish region of Skye.
The mountain's name translates from Scottish Gaelic as 'Peak of the Red Fox', reflecting the strong connection between local language and landscape features.
Hikers can access the summit using established paths from either Uig or Portree, with the official grid reference point being NG474584.
The summit inspired Allan Campbell McLean's novel 'The Hill of the Red Fox', which incorporates the mountain's presence into Scottish literature.
Location: Highland
GPS coordinates: 57.54520,-6.22375
Latest update: May 24, 2025 08:54
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