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Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands

Braigh nan Uamhachan

Free admission

Braigh nan Uamhachan — Named summit at 765 m.

Braigh nan Uamhachan, mountains & hills in Scottish Highlands

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Locheilside · 8.2 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Braigh nan Uamhachan is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "Named summit at 765 m.". Coordinates: 56.9266°, -5.3291°.

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Official information

Braigh nan Uamhachan is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands, known for its long, undulating ridge and rocky summit. It offers challenging terrain and stunning views of the surrounding landscape, making it a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.

From the Wikipedia article

Braigh nan Uamhachan (765 m) is a mountain in the Northwest Highlands of Scotland. It is located north of Glenfinnan in Lochaber. Taking the form of a long ridge, the climb is steep and pathless, but provides fantastic views of all the neighbouring peaks from its summit.

Excerpt from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. See the source article linked in Sources below.

Coordinates
56.9266, -5.3291
Address
Lochaber, Scotland
Nearest railway station
Locheilside8.2 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Braigh nan Uamhachan?
Braigh nan Uamhachan is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
What is Braigh nan Uamhachan?
Braigh nan Uamhachan — Named summit at 765 m.
How do I get to Braigh nan Uamhachan?
The nearest railway station is Locheilside, about 8.2 km away. Its coordinates are 56.9266°, -5.3291°.
Is Braigh nan Uamhachan free to visit?
Yes, Braigh nan Uamhachan is free to enter.