Scotland
Beinn Bhreac
709M
2326FT
About Beinn Bhreac
Overlooking the quiet waters of Loch Creran, this rugged Argyll hill offers a peaceful alternative to the nearby Glencoe peaks. Reaching 709m, it provides a superb vantage point for studying the granite architecture of Beinn Sgulaird and the sprawling Benderloch forest, making it a rewarding objective for those seeking solitude.
Key Statistics
Rank
116th Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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84m
Nearest Town
Barcaldine
Geology
You are trekking across the Creran Flags, a foundation made of hard, crystalline sandstones layered with fine-grained, mud-like rocks.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NM992400
Latitude
56.5095°N
Longitude
5.2638°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Gaelic 'Beinn Bhreac', meaning 'Speckled Hill'. This likely refers to the mottled appearance of the slopes, where patches of grey rock and scree break through the cover of heather and grass.
- •The summit offers a particularly clear view of the 'Etive Slabs' on the neighbouring Beinn Trilleachan and the long, dark reach of Loch Etive snaking southwards.
- •Much of the approach from the south winds through the Barcaldine Forest, where a network of timber extraction tracks eventually gives way to the open, boggy moorland of the upper ridges.
- •Walkers often combine the ascent with the nearby Meall Bàn to complete a horseshoe circuit around the head of Gleann Dubh, overlooking the lush glen of the River Creran.
- •With over a dozen hills sharing the name Beinn Bhreac across Scotland, it remains one of the most reliable ways to confuse a hiking partner when discussing next weekend's plans.