Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 5 hikers
Fuar Tholl is to the Coulin Forest what the Cobbler is to the Arrochar Alps, a Corbett that outshines its surrounding Munros. This is high praise indeed, as the Coulin Forest is a region of charismatic, rugged peaks whose ancient forms rise in eccentric and exciting shapes, in a way not dissimilar to the majestic neighbouring Torridon region.
It is Fuar Tholl’s sensational sandstone architecture, breathlessly hewn into deep corries and towering cliffs, that propels it to greatness. Its gigantic Mainreachan Buttress, a spectacular 500-foot (152 m) tower within the dramatic Coire Mainrichean, is its most famous feature.
The quickest approach is from the northwestern end of Loch Dughaill, where the A890 and Achnashellach station both give access. From this direction you can view the shadowy corrie from which the peak gets its name, ‘Cold Hollow’ in Gaelic.
There’s plenty of wild camping potential in the surroundings, as well as the nearby Coire Fionnaraich bothy. You can find traditional accommodation at Achnashellach or in Lochcarron.
This is not an easy one to do! Safest approach is from the backside. Still comes with some almost vertical scrambling, but definitely better than using the scree slopes. Views are stunning from the top.
May 7, 2023
Fuar Tholl must be one of the finest Corbetts. Although its height doesn't quite meet the 914.4m requirement for a Munro, this is by far the finest hill in this group north of Achnashellach station.
Fuar Tholl can easily be added to a round of Beinn Liath Mhor and Sgorr Ruadh, rather than just returning back to the valley. Anyone who has added it to their round will know why.
June 9, 2024
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