Bràigh nan Uamhachan

The long ridge of Na h-Uamhachan stands between Gleann Dubh Lighe and Gleann Fionnlighe on which Bràigh nan Uamhachan is the highest point.



Bràigh nan Uamhachan


Height765m
Prominence276m
Meaningslope of the caves
ListsCorbetts (C216)
LocationGlen Finnan and Gleann Fionnlighe,
South Morar to Glen Loy
Grid RefNM975866
Lat/Lon56.92688, -5.32867


East of Glenfinnan, Na h-Uamhachan's long undulating ridge stretches northwards between Gleann Dubh Lighe and Gleann Fionnlighe, with Bràigh nan Uamhachan marking its highest point at just over Corbett height.

Bràigh nan Uamhachan can be bagged from either glen. If heading in from Gleann Dubh Lighe a route to Bràigh nan Uamhachan can be extended over nearby Streap, whereas if heading in from Gleann Lighe the route can be extended over the nearby Munro summit of Gulvain.



Routes up Bràigh nan Uamhachan


Streap & Bràigh nan Uamhachan from Glen Dubh Lighe

A superb hike combining the long ridges of Streap and Bràigh nan Uamhachan from Glen Dubh Lighe on the Road to the Isles.

Peaks : 2 Corbetts

Ascent : 1700m (5580ft)
Distance : 22km (14m)
Time : 8:20hr*

Gulvain & Bràigh nan Uamhachan from Gleann Fionnlighe

A hillwalk to Gulvain’s twin peaks with an optional extension to Bràigh nan Uamhachan via a scenic col above Gleann Fionnlighe.

Peaks : 1 Munro, option of 1 Corbett

Ascent : 1250m (4100ft)
Distance : 19km (12m)
Time : 6:50hr*



Nearby hills and mountains





* Times shown are estimates – see timing notes on the disclaimer page for more information.



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