Askival

Askival
Askival from the path between Kinloch and Dibidil
Highest point
Elevation 812 m (2,664 ft)
Prominence 812 m (2,664 ft)Ranked 33rd in British Isles
Parent peak none - HP Rùm
Listing Marilyn, Corbett
Coordinates 56°58′27″N 6°17′30″W / 56.97424°N 6.29168°W / 56.97424; -6.29168Coordinates: 56°58′27″N 6°17′30″W / 56.97424°N 6.29168°W / 56.97424; -6.29168
Naming
Translation Ash tree mountain (Norse)
Pronunciation /ˈæskɪvɑːl/
Geography
Askival
OS grid NM393952
Topo map OS Landranger 39

Askival is the highest mountain on the island of Rùm, in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. It is located 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) south of Kinloch, the main village on the island. It is part of the Rùm Cuillin, a rocky range of hills in the southern end of Rùm. It is often climbed as part of a full traverse of the ridge.


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