Scotland
Beinn Bhuidhe
413M
1355FT
About Beinn Bhuidhe
Rising above the Sound of Mull near Salen, this prominent Marilyn offers a quieter alternative to the island’s more famous peaks. Its heathery slopes provide a rewarding ascent, culminating in a summit that commands expansive views across the water to Morvern and south toward the distinctive silhouette of Ben More.
Key Statistics
Rank
193rd Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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314m
Nearest Town
Argyll and Bute
Geology
You are hiking through the heart of an ancient volcano. The ground is a rugged mix of hardened lava, volcanic rubble, and crystallized magma.
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NM590399
Latitude
56.4898°N
Longitude
5.9163°W
Did You Know?
- •The name translates from Scottish Gaelic as 'Yellow Hill,' likely describing the distinctive hue of the grasses and mosses that cover its slopes in the autumn and winter months.
- •Its position on the Isle of Mull provides an exceptional vantage point over the Sound of Mull, looking directly across to the Ardtornish peninsula and the hills of the Morvern forest.
- •Despite its modest height of 413 metres, it is classified as a Marilyn due to its significant relative height, standing out as a lone high point between Loch Frisa and the coast.
- •Hikers often find the lower slopes provide a masterclass in Mull bog navigation; 'Yellow Hill' is an optimistic name for a summit usually approached through several shades of peat-brown.