Scotland
Beinn a' Chuirn
569M
1868FT
About Beinn a' Chuirn
Rising from the quiet depths of Glen Kinglass, this Marilyn offers a rugged, largely pathless ascent for walkers seeking solitude. Its broad, grassy slopes culminate in a summit with commanding views across to the granite peaks of the Black Mount and the steep southern faces of Beinn nan Aighenan.
Key Statistics
Rank
169th Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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159m
Nearest Town
Glenkinglass Lodge
Geology
You are walking on the Eilde Flags, a hard, sandy rock filled with shimmering mineral flakes. These durable layers form the rugged foundation of Beinn a’ Chuirn.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NN217373
Latitude
56.4941°N
Longitude
4.8977°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic Beinn a' Chuirn, translating to 'hill of the cairn.' It is a common descriptive name in the Highlands, usually denoting a peak with a prominent summit pile or a historical marker used for navigation in the pathless interior.
- •Reaching the base of the hill is an expedition in itself; situated near the remote Glenkinglass Lodge, it requires a long trek or mountain bike approach from either Victoria Bridge near Rannoch Moor or the head of Loch Etive.
- •The summit offers a spectacular perspective of the 'Great Trough' of Glen Kinglass and a clear sightline to the sharp, rocky profile of Beinn Starav to the northwest.
- •It is the kind of hill where the local deer are likely more surprised to see you than you are to see them, given that most visitors to this area are strictly passing through on their way to more famous neighbours.