Scotland
Beinn Mheadhonach
589M
1932FT
About Beinn Mheadhonach
Sitting high above the head of Glen Creran near Invercreran, this Marilyn offers a quieter alternative to its more famous neighbours. It is a rugged, heathery ascent that rewards walkers with a superb vantage point over Loch Creran and the dramatic ridges of Beinn Sgulaird and the Glen Etive hills.
Key Statistics
Rank
156th Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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193m
Nearest Town
Invercreran
Geology
You are walking on granite from the Starav Intrusion. This rock is characterized by its large, distinct crystals set within a speckled surface.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NN064434
Latitude
56.5434°N
Longitude
5.1504°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Beinn Mheadhonach is Scottish Gaelic for ‘Middle Hill’, a designation likely referring to its central position between the deep trench of Glen Creran to the east and the smaller glens leading towards the coast.
- •The summit provides an exceptional and specific perspective of the Lynn of Lorn and the island of Lismore, framed by the steep northern slopes of the Benderloch hills.
- •The most practical ascent begins from the road end at Invercreran, using forestry tracks to bypass the lower dense woodland before emerging onto the steep, pathless grass and heather of the upper slopes.
- •Standing at 589 metres, the hill misses out on Graham status by just 21 metres, ensuring it remains blissfully ignored by those focused solely on the higher lists.