Càrn na Còinnich

Height	673m
Prominence	265m
Meaning	cairn of the moss
Lists	Fionas (F142)
Location	Strathconon, Glen Carron to Glen Strathfarrar
Grid Ref	NH324510
Lat/Lon	57.51852, -4.79911

The high ground between Strathconon and Glen Orrin rises over a series of crests and minor tops, some marked by crags and small lochans. Four summits exceed 670m, and for years Càrn na Còinnich was considered a twin of Meall nan Damh, both given a height of 673m. A more accurate survey in 2014 revised Meall nan Damh down to just above 670m — around 3m lower than Càrn na Còinnich. While the OS Landranger map reflects this (671m), the Explorer sheet still shows the old 673m figure. With less than 150m of drop separating it from its neighbours, only Càrn na Còinnich qualifies for Graham (or Fiona) status.

The most straightforward approaches begin from Strathconon, where estate tracks merge and climb up the hill's slopes. Higher up the ground is largely pathless, though faint ATV traces can be followed towards Càrn na Còinnich's summit.

Routes up Càrn na Còinnich

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Càrn na Còinnich from Strathconon
	Hillwalking route from Bridgend onto the high ground between Strathconon and Glen Orrin to reach Càrn na Còinnich and its neighbour Meall a' Bhogair Mòr. Peaks : 1 Fiona Ascent : 750m (2460ft) Distance : 14km (9m) Time : 4:45hr

Nearby hills and mountains

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