Canisp
Canisp isn't as dramatic as other Assynt mountains, therefore much less visited and more untouched.
Canisp
| Height | 847m |
| Prominence | 689m |
| Meaning | white hill |
| Lists | Corbetts, 96 |
| Location | West Assynt and Glen Canisp, Coigach and Assynt |
| Grid Ref | NC202187 |
| Lat/Lon | 58.1209, -5.05284 |
Although a fine mountain in its own right, Canisp is surrounded by other more dramatic Assynt mountains such as Suilven, Cul Mòr and Quinag. Canisp and its surroundings are therefore quiet in comparision.
There are two main approaches to Canisp, from the east, just south of Inchnadamph and from Glencanisp to the west. The Glencanisp approach is significantly longer, but has finer paths that reach closer to the summit.
Routes up Canisp
Canisp from Loch Awe | |
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Hillwalking route to Canisp from Loch Awe. A shorter approach than from Glencanisp Lodge, with few paths, but some fine rock formations along the way. Peaks : 1 Corbett
Ascent : 740m (2430ft) Distance : 13km (8m) Time : 4:30hr |
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