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View of Sgor an Lochain Uaine (1258m), Cairngorms, Scotland
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Sgor an Lochain Uaine

Height
1258m (4,127ft)
Height rank
5 of 282
Area
Cairngorms
Section
Cairngorms

About Sgor an Lochain Uaine

Sgòr an Lochain Uaine, often referred to as Angel's Peak, achieved full Munro status in 1997. Nestled deep within the Cairngorms, this mountain is renowned for its remote and rugged beauty. Its striking summit, which serves as a twin to the nearby Cairn Toul, offers breathtaking views over the awe-inspiring Garbh Choire. The journey to this peak is a true adventure, rewarding climbers with a sense of solitude and the splendor of the surrounding wilderness.

Where is Sgor an Lochain Uaine?

Sgor an Lochain Uaine sits in the Cairngorms region of Cairngorms at 57.0584°N, 3.7259°W.

Map showing the location of Sgor an Lochain Uaine in Cairngorms, Scotland

Key facts

Height 1258 metres / 4,127 feet
Rank by height 5 of 282 Munros
Coordinates 57.05838, -3.72590
Area Cairngorms
SMC section 08A: Cairngorms

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