Spidean a' Choire Leith, Liathach
Highest point on Liathach
Spidean a Choire Leith is not only the highest point on mighty Liathach, but also the highest of the Torridon Giants. Composed mainly of quartzite blocks above sandstone terraces, the Munro summit sits east of the intimidating Am Fasarinen pinnacles.Spidean a' Choire Leith
| Height | 1054.8m |
| Prominence | 957m |
| Meaning | the grey one - peak of the grey corrie |
| Lists | Munro, 74 |
| Location | Torridon, Applecross, Coulin and Torridon |
| Grid Ref | NG929580 |
| Lat/Lon | 57.56421, -5.46401 |
Routes up Spidean a' Choire Leith
Liathach in Torridon | |
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Liathach, "the Grey One", is situated in the heart of the Torridon. The most dramatic of the Torridon Giants, its slopes are composed of terraced sandstone, above which the highest peaks are topped with quartzite blocks. Forboding on first aquantiance, there are however some chinks in Liathach's armour which has allowed rough routes to develop over time. Peaks : 2 Munros
Ascent : 1280m (4200ft) Distance : 6km (4m) Time : 3:40hr |
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