Torridon Hills - Major Peaks

Major Peaks

Although many peaks in the North-west highlands exhibit Torridon geology, the Torridon hills are generally considered only to be those in the Torridon Forest to the north of Glen Torridon. Specifically, these are:

  • Liathach
  • Beinn Eighe
  • Beinn Alligin
  • Beinn Dearg
  • Baosbheinn

Hills between Glen Torridon and Strath Carron share much of the splendour and character of the main hills, although perhaps less of the drama:

  • Beinn Liath Mhòr
  • Sgorr Ruadh
  • Maol Cheann-dearg
  • Beinn Damh
  • An Ruadh-stac
  • Fuar Tholl

The Torridon Hills exhibit some of the most dramatic mountain scenery in the British Isles, perhaps surpassed in grandeur only by the Cuillins of Skye.

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