What is recorded here
Peak of the redness
Sgurr na Ruaidhe, meaning "Peak of the Redness," likely refers to a rocky summit with reddish-hued quartzite or sandstone, common in the Scottish Highlands. Its name may also hint at historical or folkloric associations with fire, blood, or significant events. Precise height and prominence are not widely recorded, but it matters as a landmark reflecting the linguistic and geological character of the region.
This does not grant access. Check current paths, opening conditions and ownership before entering.
Places near here
Garbh-charnMountain / peak · 1728 yd
Carn Nan GobharGeneral View (period Unassigned) · 1.3 mi
Aonach Na ReiseGeneral View (period Unassigned) · 1.4 mi
Glen Strathfarrar Nsa, Loch BeannacharanGeneral View (21st Century) · 2.8 mi
Creag Ghorm a' BhealaichMountain / peak · 2.8 mi
DeanieHut Circle (prehistoric) · 2.8 mi
Eilean a' MhuillidhIsland · 2.8 mi
Prince Charlie's Cave, Glen StrathfarrarCave (period Unassigned) · 3.0 mi
Memorial To Pipe Major William Collie RossMemorial · 3.1 mi
Eas na MuiceWaterfall · 3.8 mi
Clan Chisholm Society Memorial StoneMemorial · 7.3 mi
Erchless Castle, Walled GardenWalled Garden (period Unassigned) · 7.5 miOther information
Photo: Richard Webb · CC BY-SA 2.0