Canisp
Corbett hill above Glencanisp in Assynt
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 | Corbett, 96 |
| Location | Glencanisp, Coigach and the far north |
| 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 Mor 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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Of the two main approaches to Canisp, this is the shorter, but has little in the way of decent paths to follow. Some interesting rock formations are passed on route. Peaks : 1 Corbett
Ascent : 740m (2430ft) Distance : 13km (8m) Time : 4:30hr |
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