Sàil Gharbh, Quinag
Sàil Gharbh is the highest and most easterly Corbett peak on Quinag.
Sàil Gharbh, Quinag
| Height | 809m |
| Prominence | 550m |
| Meaning | rough heel, mil bucket |
| Lists | Corbetts (C143) |
| Location | Quinag, Coigach and Assynt |
| Grid Ref | NC209292 |
| Lat/Lon | 58.21514, -5.0499 |
In the far north-west of Scotland, Quinag is a magnificent mountain rising above the pitted lochan landscape of Assynt. Sàil Gharbh is the highest and most easterly peak on Quinag.
From the bealach between Loch Assynt and Kylesku, a fairly easy and direct route leads to the col east of the summit of Sàil Gharbh also linking the other peaks on Quinag.
Routes up Sàil Gharbh
Quinag from above Loch Assynt | |
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Hillwalking route bagging Spidean Coinich, Sàil Gharbh and Sàil Ghorm on Quinag. A superb route covering all 3 Corbett summits on this rugged massif. Peaks : 3 Corbetts
Ascent : 1150m (3770ft) Distance : 13km (8m) Time : 5:10hr* | |
Nearby hills and mountains
* Times shown are estimates – see timing notes on the disclaimer page for more information.